Moulder / Coremaker

3 months ago

Sheffield, United Kingdom Sheffield Forgemasters Engineering Ltd Full time

Who We Are

Sheffield Forgemasters is an iconic steel production and engineering company. A global leader in the designing, manufacturing and delivering of world-class steel forgings and castings.

It is a great time to join Forgemasters, as the business goes through an ongoing period of growth and modernisation after being acquired by the UK Ministry of Defence In 2021. The acquisition has secured our role as a critical supplier to the next generation of UK defence programmes. As part of this programme of work our plant and equipment will be modernised over the next 10 years, creating new opportunities for the business and our colleagues.

Based at our 64-acre site, sitting in the heart of Sheffield, we are looking for a Foundry Moulder / Core Maker. This role will involve planning and producing cores and moulds safely, following standardised methods and process drawings.

Role Responsibilities


  • Produce cores up to 60 tonnes using staples / bars / rails / lifters. 

  • Produce moulds up to 650 tonnes in boxes / pits using SFEL best practices and paint ready to cast.

  • Basic slinging duties.

  • Be involved in the casting process.

  • Always work to health & safety guidance and regulations.

  • Housekeeping duties to maintain high standards in the work areas.


About You

The following relevant skills, knowledge and experience are required.



  • Apprentice trained Moulder / Core Maker.


  • Previous experience working as a Moulder / Core Maker.


  • Ability to read and understand engineering method drawings.


  • Previous experience working in a Foundry.


  • Comfortable working at heights and in a hot environment.


  • Ability to maintain a high level of health and safety. 



Days/Hours of Work

37.5 hours per week, morning and afternoon shifts.

Reasons to work at Sheffield Forgemasters



  • We are a long-established local employer, with a strong reputation in the region.

  • Over £600m large-scale and long-term investment programme in state-of-the-art new facilities and modernisation on site.

  • Competitive Salary

  • 33 days annual leave (includes public holidays).

  • Easily accessible location with free onsite parking.

  • Cycle to Work scheme.

  • Pension scheme.

  • Life Assurance Scheme.

  • Employee Assistance Programme.

  • On site Occupational Health provision providing Health Screening and advice on well-being.

  • Discounted Westfield Health Plan Scheme.

  • Occupational Sick Pay Scheme.

  • Long service award scheme.

  • You at Work – Access to online discounts portal.

  • A bronze accredited participant in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, supporting ex-military and reservists in employment.  


For additional information or if you would like to discuss the role, please email . Alternatively, if this sounds like the role for you, please review the full job description attached and