Foundry Technician

Johnson Controls; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Overtime opportunities

Pension

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee referral scheme

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts on Johnson Controls products

Training and career development

Supportive, collaborative and safety‑m

Job summary

Johnson Controls Frome is seeking a Foundry Technician to join our production team in a site-based role operating a 12‑hour continental shift pattern. You will operate and support high‑pressure diecasting equipment, carry out quality checks and contribute to continuous improvement while maintaining high standards of safety and reliability.

Your experience in manufacturing and commitment to health and safety will help ensure production targets are met efficiently and safely.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production or industrial environment.
• Strong commitment to health and safety standards.
• Ability to follow work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Good attention to detail and focus on product quality.
• Reliable, proactive and team‑oriented approach.
• Flexibility to work a 12‑hour continental shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Operate high‑pressure diecasting and associated foundry equipment safely and effectively.
• Produce components in line with production schedules, quality standards and operating procedures.
• Conduct routine quality inspections and record production data accurately.
• Monitor machinery performance and identify potential process or equipment issues.
• Escalate breakdowns, defects or quality concerns to the appropriate teams.
• Support tooling changeovers, routine maintenance activities and equipment checks.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards across the work area.
• Follow all Environment, Health & Safety policies, procedures and safe systems of work.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality and productivity.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors and support functions to achieve production objectives.

Skills

Manufacturing environment

Health & safety

Follow procedures

Attention to detail

Team oriented

12-hour shift flexibility

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

Industrial machinery operation

Job description

Location: Frome

At Johnson Controls Frome, we operate a high-pressure diecasting foundry manufacturing sprinkler frames for the global market. We are looking for a Foundry Technician to join our production team on a continental shift pattern. This hands‑on role is responsible for operating and supporting foundry processes, ensuring safe, efficient production while maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability.

What You Will Do

As a Foundry Technician, you will play a key role in the manufacture of sprinkler components within our high-pressure diecasting operation. Working as part of a shift team, you will operate production equipment, carry out quality checks, support continuous improvement activities, and help ensure production targets are achieved safely and efficiently. This is a site‑based role operating on a 12‑hour continental shift pattern.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Overtime opportunities where applicable
• Pension
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee referral scheme
• Employee discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounts on Johnson Controls products
• Training and career development opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative and safety‑driven culture

How You Will Do It

• Operate high‑pressure diecasting and associated foundry equipment safely and effectively
• Produce components in line with production schedules, quality standards and operating procedures
• Conduct routine quality inspections and record production data accurately
• Monitor machinery performance and identify potential process or equipment issues
• Escalate breakdowns, defects or quality concerns to the appropriate teams
• Support tooling changeovers, routine maintenance activities and equipment checks
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards across the work area
• Follow all Environment, Health & Safety policies, procedures and safe systems of work
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality and productivity
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors and support functions to achieve production objectives

What We Are Looking For

Required

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production or industrial environment
• Strong commitment to health and safety standards
• Ability to follow work instructions and standard operating procedures
• Good attention to detail and focus on product quality
• Reliable, proactive and team‑oriented approach
• Flexibility to work a 12‑hour continental shift pattern

Beneficial

• Experience within a foundry, diecasting or metal manufacturing environment
• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent
• Experience operating industrial machinery and production equipment
• Understanding of continuous improvement principles
• Mechanical aptitude and basic fault‑finding skills

About Us

Johnson Controls is a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings. Through innovative technologies and industry-leading solutions, we help customers optimise performance, improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. With more than 140 years of expertise, we continue to deliver solutions that make buildings safer, smarter and more sustainable.