Casting Operative

Fortune Brands Innovations; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Wolverhampton is seeking a Casting Operative to join their team, working mornings from Monday to Saturday. The role involves creating luxury sinks, focusing on quality and attention to detail while collaborating within a hands-on environment. Ideal candidates will be motivated and capable of maintaining high standards in routine tasks. The company offers various benefits, including bonuses, health programs, and a flexible working model.

Benefits

Annual Incentive Plan Bonus Structure

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Flexible Working Model

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Able to maintain motivation doing routine tasks.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Work in a hands-on environment with possible exposure to dirt.

Responsibilities

• Start the process of making a luxury sink following SOPs.
• Pour clay mixture into a mould ready for drying.
• Monitor the casting process and rectify issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Motivation in routine tasks

Tools

Mould-handling equipment

Job description

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we’re shaping the future of high-quality, precision manufacturing—Our specialist kitchen and bathroom division, Fortune Brands Water Innovations, is made up of a collection of leading luxury UK brands: Shaws of Darwen, Perrin & Rowe, and Victoria & Albert Baths, which we market under the umbrella brand, House of Rohl.

In addition, Aqualisa completes our portfolio with its market leading digital showering technology.

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join us as a Casting Operative to join our growing team. This will be working on our morning shift where you will be working 5 days per week between Monday and Saturday 6am-2m.

In a nutshell you will be responsible for:

Your role is to start the process of making a luxury Sink following the Shaws of Darwen S.O. P’s. Taking pride in your work you will use a clay mixture to pour into a mould ready to be dried and then de-moulded. These beautiful pieces are then sent to the finishing department.

What you are already great at:

• Daily powdering of case and drum which involves preparing, powdering and ready-for-use
• Take care and pride in the de-moulding process.
• To help control RCS dust in your area with good housekeeping.
• Push down clay to be in specification to help the moulding process.
• Prepare casting moulds and cores, ensuring accuracy and adherence to specifications.
• Monitor the casting process, identifying and rectifying any potential issues
• Always follow SOP standards as trained.
• Use of mould-handling equipment
• Ensuring that housekeeping standards are always met through regular area cleaning.
• Communicating any material defects, unsafe practices, or equipment to the Departmental team Leader.
• Understanding the process, they are responsible for, and the impact of its failures.
• You will be doing mould replacement

For this role we would need you to demonstrate:

• Able to keep maintain motivation doing routine tasks
• Ability to work in a cross-functional and collaborative team environment
• Working in a hands-on environment and may involve exposure to elements that can lead to getting dirty
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality are essential.

What your colleagues say about you:

• An ideas and solutions focused person
• An excellent and engaging communicator,
• Very organised and methodical
• Able to communicate ideas both verbally and in writing
• Very high level of attention to detail

How You Work Matters – Our Blueprint Behaviours

Think Big, Learn Fast

• You bring ambition and a growth mindset to every shift
• You adapt quickly and make improvements with confidence

Work It Together

• You collaborate to get the best outcomes across shifts and departments
• You lead with accountability while enabling others to thrive

Make the Hard Call

• You make pragmatic, timely decisions—even without all the information
• You balance focus, empathy, and business priorities

Our Core Competencies

We look for people who:

• Cultivate Innovation – Always remain curious
• Actively Learn – Grow your own capability and help others do the same
• Collaborate – Use your network and teamwork to drive success
• Plan and Align – Make work relevant, focused, and purposeful

Why Work With Us?

At Fortune Brands, We Work Together, Think Big, and Learn Fast. You’ll be empowered to make decisions, lead with creativity, and shape experiences that leave a lasting impression on our clients. Our values go beyond buzzwords—they guide everything we do.

The Benefits

• Summer and Christmas shutdowns with 16 days additional flex holiday
• Annual Incentive Plan Bonus Structure
• Health & Wellbeing Programme + Health Cash Plan
• Life Assurance & Pension Plan
• Flexible Working Model
• Employee Assistance Programme
• High Street Reward Scheme
• Eye Care Support for Frequent Screen Users
• Refer a Friend Programme
• Free Parking
• Employee Recognition Programme

Our Hiring Process

• You’ll be contacted by our resourcing team for an initial conversation.
• You’ll be invited to our site for an engaging 1 or 2-stage interview process.
• We’ll give you full clarity on what to expect—so you can truly shine.
• If successful, we’ll confirm your start date and welcome you to your House of Rohl journey.
• If you haven’t heard from us within 4 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Please note - due to the Christmas period, there may be a delay in a response to your application.