DSF Refractories & Minerals Ltd

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DSF Refractories & Minerals Ltd

At DSF we pride ourselves as one of the largest employers in the heart of the Peak District. We employ about 150 people, many of which live in the local villages and towns. Over the 125 years we have seen many family generations spending their working lives at DSF through to retirement. This is reflected in our history of long service awards of 25, 40 and 50 years celebrations.

We strive to develop our people through training and development and over the years we have reaped the benefits of this through our excellent staff retention. We see our employees as assets and their skills and knowledge are essential to the business to ensure we continue to grow from strength to strength and build on our excellent reputation worldwide.

If you would like to be part of our family ethos then please see what exciting opportunities we have available.

Our Employees

"I started at DSF as a production operative about 14 years ago and since this time the Company have invested in my personal development. I am now Senior Production Team Leader and a qualified RTITB Mobile Plant Instructor"
Russ Ferns, Senior Production Team Leader

"I started at DSF as an agency worker 7 years ago. I really enjoy my job so I was very pleased when I was offered a permanent contract. Everyone has been very friendly and helpful and it is a pleasure coming to work every day. "
Marcin Jereczek, Production Operative

"DSF is a lovely place to work and over the years I have made many very good friends. The Company is extremely flexible with my hours which has helped over the many years I have worked here to raise my family. My Great Grandfather, my Grandad and my Gran worked here for the majority of their working lives, so it is nice that I have continued to keep my family connections with DSF. "
Diane Broadley, HR Administrator

"I’ve worked at DSF for over 30 years which has, unbelievably, flown by! Over the years I’ve seen many technological, cultural and health & safety improvements that have changed the company beyond recognition. I started on the shop floor but, after a while, took a position in the IT department after successfully completing a company funded IT degree."
Ian Gould, ICT Systems Co-ordinator

Current DSF Vacancies

Applicants should apply via CV or contact Diane on 01629 630 114, email: diane.broadley@dsf.co.uk, for an application form.

All our employees benefit from:
Profit related annual bonus
Employee assistance programme
Access to private health care
Free on-site parking
We work in a beautiful Peak District location in the middle of the Derbyshire Dales
We support local charities, and as a company encourage social events and activities

Electrician

We are currently seeking an Electrician at our Friden, Derbyshire factory

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Job Description:

The successful candidate will be a key member of the engineering group, working as part of a small electrical team providing site wide electrical support,completing duties such as:

  • Electrical fault finding
  • Installation work
  • Project work, process improvement initiatives
  • Contractor Management

Requirements:

  • Recognised Electrical Engineering Qualification, preferably with experience in a manufacturing/heavy industrial environment
  • Experience working with motor control circuits, PLC's, variable speed drives, etc
  • Willing to train and develop
  • Motivated


    • Hours of work:
    Hours of work : Days - Monday to Friday – 39 Hours / week.
    Monday - Thursday 06:00 - 15:00. Friday - 06:00 -11:00. Or:
    Monday - Thursday 07:30 - 16:30. Friday - 07:30 -12:30.
    Overtime is available on Friday afternoons and Saturdays.
    Job Type: Full-time

Development Technologist

We are currently seeking a Development Technologist at our Friden, Derbyshire factory

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We are seeking people with the talent and determination to move the company forward through innovative products. Our development programme arises from the desire to provide our customers with sustainable solutions. Development process time, from product conception to market, is crucial to ensure that our solutions are both relevant and progressive.

Working closely with the senior development technologist and as part of the Technical Team, you will be responsible for maintaining the new product development program within the company, working across several projects supporting the sales team in providing technical support directly to customers, providing assistance with QC and problem-solving for production.

As a DSF Development Technologist, you will soon see the results of your efforts and enjoy the satisfaction of seeing your products being manufactured.

Job Description:

  • Develop new products and improve existing products and processes
  • Test and approve new raw materials
  • Review production data to construct product specifications
  • Plan and execute laboratory based trials
  • Organise and coordinate production trials
  • Assess product performance; post-use analysis, site visits, provide material selection recommendations
  • Compiling test certificates, technical reports, manufacturing specifications, product information, sales and marketing literature

The Person:

  • Graduate position; degree in Materials Science or similar would be an advantage
  • Knowledge of refractory or ceramics industry advantageous but not essential
  • Motivated to work independently and as part of a team when required
  • Good project management skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Proficient in all Microsoft Office programmes

Sales Manager

We are currently seeking an Sales Manager at our Friden, Derbyshire factory

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Job Description:

  • Responsible for their own UK and Export customers, carrying out regular customer visits providing technical and commercial support
  • International travel to maintain and develop sales in Europe and possibly other export regions
  • Liaise with the Sales Office, Technical Team and Production Teams to ensure that customer expectations are achieved
  • Set pricing and carry out customer negotiations
  • Achieve and monitor key sales targets
  • Keep abreast of competitors’ materials and customer processes

Requirements:

  • Sales experience in Glass and other heat containing industries or background in engineering, material science or chemistry
  • Customer focused
  • Desire to carry out international travel both alone and with colleagues
  • Preference to be based at the Derbyshire office
  • Self-driven with excellent presentation and communication skills
  • Must possess a full driving license
  • Have the right to work in the UK


    • Benefits
    • Competitive Salary
    • Company Car, Laptop and Mobile Phone
    • 25 days holiday
    • Private healthcare cover
    • Pension and Sick Pay Scheme

PRODUCTION OPERATIVES (Immediate start available)

We are currently seeking Production Operatives for varied work at our Friden, Derbyshire factory

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Job Description:

  • Producing high quality refractory products.
  • Quality control checks.
  • Counterbalance Fork Lift Truck driving.
  • Multi-skilling.
  • Various shift patterns, including nights.

Person Specification:

  • Reliable and well motivated
  • Team Player
  • Flexible
  • Fork Lift Truck License would be an advantage
  • Able to carry out manual work

Previous Applicants

Applications will be kept on file for three months. If you have not heard anything within this time, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. If you wish to be considered for any future vacancies, please submit another application.