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 Foundry Operator to join our growing team. This will be working on our evening shift where the working hours are Monday-Thursday 1:30pm-10pm and Friday 1:30pm-8pm.
Position Summary:
The Foundry Sand Core Setter/Operator is responsible for the preparation, assembly, and installation of sand cores used in the brass casting process. This role involves setting up core boxes, operating core-making machines, inspecting cores for quality, and ensuring correct placement in moulds to support consistent, defect-free castings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Core Making & Setting
- Operate core-making machines to produce sand cores to specification.
- Prepare and assemble core boxes, ensuring correct alignment and application of release agents.
- Quality & Inspection
- Visually inspect sand cores for cracks, voids, or defects.
- Verify core dimensions and surface finish meet required standards.
- Maintain consistent production quality through proper handling and setup techniques.
- Safety & Housekeeping
- Adhere to all safety procedures, including PPE, hot material handling, and lifting techniques.
- Report any hazards, equipment malfunctions, or incidents immediately.
- Maintain a clean and organised work area, following 5S principles.
- Tooling & Equipment Maintenance
- Clean and maintain core boxes, tooling, and related machinery as part of daily routines.
- Identify worn or damaged tools and report to maintenance or supervision for corrective action.
- Assist in minor adjustments and routine maintenance tasks as trained.
- Process Control & Records
- Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), job cards, and quality checklists.
- Complete shift logs and report any process deviations or downtime.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by suggesting enhancements to tooling or methods.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Previous experience in a foundry or casting environment is preferred.
- Knowledge of sand core production processes and moulding techniques.
- Familiarity with core-setting tools, lifting aids, and heat exposure precautions.
- Good attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions.
- Physically fit for manual handling, standing for extended periods, and working in hot environments.
- Basic literacy and numeracy; ability to complete production records.
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:
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• 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.
