Bradken is a leading solutions provider and global manufacturer of innovative, custom-engineered products for the resources sector. With a workforce of more than 3,000 employees, our ability to adapt and evolve keeps us firmly positioned as global leaders in the wear solutions market.
About the role
Bradken is seeking a Metallurgist to support metallurgy, quality and process control at our Merlimau manufacturing facility.
This is role is suited to someone who has developed a solid foundation in foundry operations and is ready to take greater ownership of day-to-day technical decisions.
Reporting to the Technical Lead, you will work closely with production and technical teams across melting, heat treatment, inspection and product quality.
It offers the opportunity to deepen your foundry expertise while contributing directly to product quality, manufacturing performance and continuous improvement.
What You Will Do
- Monitor and provide technical support for melting, heat treatment and other metallurgical processes.
- Review inspection and test results to determine whether products meet customer and specification requirements.
- Prepare material test certificates, inspection records and technical documentation.
- Investigate non-conformances and product failures, identify likely causes and recommend practical corrective actions.
- Work with production teams to resolve quality issues without compromising safety or technical standards.
- Support material selection, process changes and improvements to existing products.
- Help improve manufacturing cost and performance through better metallurgical control and problem-solving.
- Maintain quality procedures, process controls and relevant Quality Management System requirements.
- Ensure testing and inspection equipment remains calibrated and fit for use.
- Communicate quality findings clearly to production, technical and sales stakeholders.
- Participate in Gemba, 5S, safety activities and continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
What You Will Bring
- A degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science is essential
- At least three years of relevant experience in a foundry, metals manufacturing or similar environment.
- Working knowledge of melting, heat treatment, metallurgy and material properties.
- Experience supporting process control, product inspection, quality investigations or non-conformance analysis.
- Ability to interpret technical requirements and prepare clear reports, procedures and test documentation.
- A structured approach to problem-solving and the confidence to make sound technical recommendations.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with production teams in a hands-on plant environment.
- Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma or similar improvement methods would be useful.
- Current legal right to work in Malaysia.
- Based in Merlimau or within practical commuting distance, with the ability to attend the Merlimau site daily.
What Will Help You Succeed
- You will be practical, analytical and comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment. You can build effective relationships with production and technical teams, investigate issues thoroughly and communicate clear recommendations.
- You take ownership of your work, use sound judgement and remain focused on improving quality, process performance and customer outcomes.
Why join us?
Bradken is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and collaborative workplace where people are encouraged to challenge existing thinking and develop better solutions.
We offer:
- Safety first environment and mindset
- Flexible work options
- Competitive Total Reward Packages
- EAP for you and your family
How we hire:
About Our Screening Process
As we work with teams around the world, time‑zone differences can make live screening challenging. To support a fair, consistent, and inclusive evaluation, we may invite candidates to complete a one‑way video screening at a time that suits them.If you require adjustments or an alternative format, we’re happy to discuss this.
Before commencing employment, you will be required to 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. We are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging and flexible environment for our people. All employment decisions are based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.
Skills Required
- Degree in Metallurgy or Materials Science
- At least three years' experience in a foundry, metals manufacturing or similar environment
- Working knowledge of melting, heat treatment, metallurgy and material properties
- Experience supporting process control, product inspection, quality investigations or non-conformance analysis
- Ability to interpret technical requirements and prepare clear reports, procedures and test documentation
- Structured problem-solving approach and confidence to make technical recommendations
- Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with production teams in a hands-on plant environment
- Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma or similar improvement methods
- Current legal right to work in Malaysia
- Based in Merlimau or within practical commuting distance with daily site attendance
What We Do
Bradken is a global manufacturer and supplier of differentiated consumable and capital products, specializing in innovative wear solutions, cast and fabricated iron and steel products for the mining, transport, general industrial, and contract manufacturing markets.
