Job Application for Melting Operator at Bradken

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Melting Operator to join our team in Chilca. You’ll be part of our global team.

Who we are?

Bradken, part of the HITACHI Construction Machinery group, is a world leader in innovative products and services for mining. With more than 3,000 team members, we are committed to sustainable innovation and achieving carbon neutrality by 2030. As we expand globally, we’re seeking top talent to shape the future of mining. Our values—Communication, Customer Focus, Challenge and Safety—drive a dynamic and safe workplace.

What’s the role?

Melting Operator – Foundry Group Lead | Bradken Chilca

You will be responsible for operating melting furnaces and related equipment in accordance with standards, procedures, and work instructions, ensuring safety, quality, and operational continuity. You will coordinate alloy preparation and charge calculations, charge the furnace with scrap and ferroalloys, and perform composition adjustments based on spectrometer chemical analysis. You will also lead sampling, temperature measurement (pyrometer), slag removal, pour preparation, and operate the overhead crane (remote control) for safe handling. In addition, you will inspect and patch/replace refractories (furnace and ladles), complete production reports, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Our ideal candidate meets the following criteria:

Certification as a melting furnace operator (foundry) or evidence of equivalent competence.
More than two years of relevant experience operating induction furnaces.
Experience in spectrometry, composition adjustment, and overhead crane (remote control) operation.
Knowledge of refractories (inspection, patching/replacement) and molten metal safety.

This opportunity lets you join an inclusive culture and a high-performing team, supported by leaders who are committed to your development and growth. This position is based in Chilca, Peru.

Why join Bradken?

Our people are our greatest asset. Keeping our team safe and healthy—physically and mentally—is our top priority.

Bradken Benefits

Be part of a company with a global footprint, collaborating with teams around the world.
Competitive salary.
ESSALUD or EPS 100% covered by MAPFRE.
Health insurance, statutory bonuses, CTS, paid holidays, and vacation.
Life and personal accident coverage provided by Bradken.
Short- and long-term disability coverage provided by Bradken.
EAP (Employee Assistance Program): mental-health support for employees and their families.

If you’re interested in this position, please contact Gonzalo Zevallos at gzevallos@bradken.com.
With 100 years of knowledge and experience, the future offers endless opportunities.

Before starting, you will complete a psychometric assessment and a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.
We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches.
Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

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Do you have specific experience as an induction furnace operator in a foundry?

As part of your duties, have you loaded the furnace with scrap and ferroalloys?

Have you used a spectrometer before?

Have you taken metal samples for chemical analysis?

Have you performed refractory lining work?

Have you removed accumulated slag?

What is your salary expectation (gross amount, PEN S/.)?

Where do you currently live? (District, city, and department/region)

Are you comfortable working on-site at the Chilca plant, Monday to Friday? (A housing allowance will be provided for those who reside in Chilca during working days.)

Do you have immediate availability? If not, how much time would you need to start?

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