Tool MakerInspector

Job Description

Tool Maker/Inspector

Full time

Derby

Why join Rolls-Royce

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls-Royce youll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength and all perspectives experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

Position Summary

A Tool Maker/Inspector role has arisen for you to have the opportunity to work in Rolls-Royce Precision Casting Facility (PCF) Toolroom located in Derby.

The PCF is the largest UK supply chain unit within Rolls-Royce as a Tool Maker/Inspector you will be responsible for manufacturing repairing and inspecting a variety of tooling from wax injection mould dies to special to product tooling. You will be responsible for inspecting & maintaining on / off-site fixturing adhering to fixture care plans and calibrating special to product tooling using both first principles and CMMs

What you will be doing:

Working closely with operations engineering and maintenance teams to produce new / maintain current tooling & spares from the front to back end of the facility for all production operations. The role will be multiskilled by means of you designing ordering materials manufacturing inspecting and delivering operational support to production for tooling/fixturing.

Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure compliance with Company policies and procedures (safety quality employment expenses training PPE etc.) and inspect Injection tooling to a defined specification.
• Project a flexible proactive approach coupled with willingness to work shifts as required to ensure the output objectives are achieved.
• Complete and maintain documentation and records in accordance with the Companys defined products as well as support business control and audit requirements.
• Assist in the development and operation of maintenance cost recovery.
• Maintain safe working practices within the department and also in support of the wider safety agenda.
• Support new part introduction development.
• Support the Team in achieving team departmental and individual objectives and KPIs.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Competency in the use of hand gauges inspection equipment and computerised measurement equipment (CMM)
• Experience of working in a lean manufacturing production facility.
• Experience in operating both manual and CNC Lathes manual and CNC Milling Machines and Surface Grinders.
• Experience in using modern manufacturing procedures would be advantageous (3D printing)
• Experience using 3D modelling software (CAD/CAM).
• Team player with the ability to work to high standards.
• Positive can-do attitude and collaborative team ethic.

Position Qualifications:

• A time-served engineering apprenticeship and NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience and qualifications.

Preferred Requirements:

• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Competency in the use of hand gauges inspection equipment and computerised measurement equipment (CMM)
• Experience of working in a lean manufacturing production facility.
• Experience in operating a manual lathe milling machine and Surface Grinders.
• Experience in operating & programming 3 axis vmcs and turning centres (Siemens 828d would be advantageous)
• Experience in using modern manufacturing procedures would be advantageous (3D printing)
• Experience using CAD/CAM software would be advantageous (Siemens NX & Hypermill).
• Team player with the ability to work to high standards.
• A Positive can-do attitude and collaborative team ethic is essential.

Regional Benefits:

• Work in a safety-first environment where doing the right thing and keeping it simple are core principles.
• Join a culture that values making a real difference through your work.
• Develop your career as a mid-career professional blending technical expertise with strong personal qualities.
• Thrive in a role that encourages integrity accountability resilience and curiosity.
• Collaborate and build relationships in a team-focused environment while also working independently.
• Take initiative lead and make smart decisions with confidence and support.
• Grow through continuous learning openness to improvement and exposure to challenging opportunities.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing competitive resilient and growing company. Join us and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful inclusive and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued diverse perspectives fuel innovation and everyone can thrive.

Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being athigh risk. The professional level and salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.

Closing Date: 11th March

For further information please contact: Adam Whalley

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