Foundry Operative

Embark on a rewarding career journey as a Foundry Operative at Rolls-Royce in Bristol. This full-time, site-based role offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals eager to contribute to a world-leading engineering powerhouse. At Rolls-Royce, you'll find a culture that champions belonging, integrity, and continuous learning, providing a fertile ground for career growth and personal development.

About the Opportunity

As a Foundry Operative, you will be instrumental in the meticulous production processes within the foundry. This role is designed for individuals who are hands-on, detail-oriented, and committed to quality. You will receive comprehensive training across various foundry operations, equipping you with a diverse skill set. Key responsibilities include:

• Assembly and Operation: Building intricate wax pattern assemblies using a range of tools and equipment, and operating Muller-Phipps machines for precise part injection.
• Process Management: Dewaxing coated assemblies, preparing them for casting, and working within process cells to operate machinery such as cut-off, grind, retech, and knock-out equipment.
• Quality Assurance: Polishing and inspecting components to exact specifications using precision tooling, adhering strictly to written technique sheets and quality procedures.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively participating in and implementing improvement activities to enhance efficiency and quality.

Why Consider This Role?

Joining Rolls-Royce means becoming part of a company that values its people. You'll be welcomed into an environment that prioritizes:

• Career Development: Rolls-Royce is deeply invested in your continuous learning and development, offering a wide array of opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Supportive Culture: Experience a culture of caring and belonging where your unique contributions are valued. Feedback is embraced, and integrity is paramount.
• Competitive Rewards: Enjoy a competitive salary, an excellent benefits package including bonus schemes, employee support assistance, and attractive employee discounts.
• Work-Life Balance: While this is a site-based role, Rolls-Royce embraces flexible working arrangements where applicable, encouraging a balance between professional and personal life. Specific details on hybrid working are available internally.

What We're Looking For in a Candidate

Rolls-Royce thrives on agility, boldness, collaboration, and simplicity. We seek individuals who embody these principles and possess the following qualities:

• Enthusiasm and Commitment: A proactive attitude, a strong team spirit, and a dedication to task completion.
• Business Acumen: An awareness and understanding of business goals.
• Adaptability and Learning: Flexibility to cover various roles within the team and a demonstrated ability to quickly learn new skills and processes.
• Quality Focus: Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Proactiveness: A conscientious individual capable of working effectively with a degree of autonomy.
• Lean Practices: Openness to adopting and implementing lean manufacturing principles.
• Desirable Skills: Knowledge of Turbine Systems components and the broader business would be advantageous, though not essential.

This role presents a significant opportunity to join a company at the forefront of innovation and contribute to its ongoing success. If you are a motivated individual looking for a stable and progressive career in a dynamic manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply.

Rolls-Royce is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, recognizing that a variety of perspectives leads to greater success. We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can achieve their full potential.