Ceramic Mould Making Operative

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicholas Associates Group Limited in Rotherham is seeking a Ceramic Mould Making Operative to operate both manual and automated shelling processes and prepare moulds for casting.

You will work with high-precision equipment, ensuring materials and procedures meet strict quality standards, with shifts including mornings, afternoons, or nights. Full training is provided in a diverse, safety-focused manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in ceramic mould making or related manufacturing.
• Ability to operate both manual and automated processes.
• Familiarity with robotic systems and kilns is an advantage.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience is beneficial.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts including nights.

Responsibilities

• Operate the KEA shelling line and run robotic programmes.
• Ensure materials meet specifications and quality standards.
• Apply ceramic materials using correct techniques on shelling lines.
• Safely remove ceramic assemblies from fixtures.
• Pre-heat moulds in low-temperature ovens (non-wax).
• Operate Pacific Kiln furnaces to process moulds.
• Clean moulds using the Weir wash system.
• Assemble moulds for vacuum and air melting casting.
• Report maintenance issues to the shift supervisor.
• Record slurry test results when required.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklift trucks.
• Maintain a clean, organised workspace and high standards of housekeeping.

Skills

Ceramic mould making

Robotics

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Quality control

Tools

KEA shelling line

Pacific Kiln

Weir wash system

Robotic programs

Job description

Job Title: Ceramic Mould Making Operative
Location: Rotherham
Salary: £28,750 - £30,094 per annum

Shift Hours:

• Morning Shift: Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 2:00pm
• Afternoon Shift: Monday to Friday, 2:00pm - 10:00pm (A 25% shift allowance applies to the afternoon shift only.)
• Night Shift: Sunday to Friday, 10:00pm - 6:00am (A 36% shift allowance applies to the night shift only.)

About the Role:
We are currently seeking a Ceramic Mould Making Operative to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating both manual and automated ceramic shelling processes and preparing moulds for casting. You will work with high-precision equipment, ensuring all materials and procedures meet strict quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate the KEA shelling line, running existing robotic programs.
• Ensure all materials meet required specifications and quality standards.
• Apply ceramic materials using correct techniques on both manual and automated shelling lines.
• Safely remove ceramic assemblies from metallic manipulation fixtures.
• Pre-heat ceramic moulds in low-temperature ovens (non-wax assemblies only).
• Operate Flash Fire Furnaces (Pacific Kiln) to process ceramic moulds.
• Clean ceramic moulds using the Weir wash system.
• Assemble ceramic moulds, preparing them for both vacuum and air melting casting processes.
• Report any maintenance issues to the shift supervisor immediately.
• Perform slurry testing and record results when necessary.
• Safely operate overhead cranes and forklift trucks.
• Maintain a clean and organised workspace, ensuring housekeeping is kept to high standards.

Key Requirements:

• Experience in ceramic mould making or a related manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to work with both manual and automated processes.
• Experience with robotic systems and equipment such as furnaces and ovens is an advantage.
• Forklift truck and overhead crane operation experience is beneficial.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including night shifts.
• Full training for the right candidate

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.