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Trainee Casting Technician
Trainee Casting Technician
Domino Jewellery
Birmingham B18 6LT
About the company
At Domino, we create high-quality, ethically crafted jewellery that celebrates lifes most treasured moments. As the UKs leading jewellery manufacturer, we are proud to create designs that bring joy to special occasions, underpinned by our dedication to exceptional service, innovation, and community.
Based in Birminghams historic Jewellery Quarter, our knowledgeable and professional team represents our greatest strength. We are passionate about fostering a culture where every voice is heard, and together, we grow, support, inspire, and celebrate our shared successes.
About the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Jewellery Quarter Casting Team as a Trainee Casting Technician. In this hands-on role, you will learn through observation and practical application, working alongside experienced technicians to develop skills in lost wax casting and precious metal production.
No prior casting experience is required, but attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a strong work ethic are essential. A positive attitude and eagerness to learn will be key to your success.
Role Responsibilities
1. Build trees with various wax and 3D printed orders
2. Assemble wax trees for each can using supplied waxes and 3D prints.
3. Adjust finger size of waxes when order requires.
4. Weigh out trees to calculate the required casting grain allocation. Record on casting sheet.
5. Invest cans with the relevant investment powder following SOP.
6. Load ovens at the end of the day.
7. Cast cans in relevant casting machine with allocated casting grain. Two casting processes used centrifugal casting and vacuum casting.
8. After casting, clean off investment in washout area following the wash out procedure.
9. Review casting QC fails on a daily basis to understand reasons and contribute to ongoing quality improvement initiatives.
10. Responsible for the upkeep of casting equipment.
11. Keep the workshop and machines clean and tidy in order to maintain a safe working environment.
12. Assist the wider team when required.
Candidate Requirements Behaviours & Competencies
Communication Skills:
13. Verbal: Clear, confident, and professional communication with colleagues in your team and internal departments.
14. Written: Good email and documentation skills.
Adaptability & Resilience:
15. Ability to stay calm and professional under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Teamwork & Collaboration:
16. A proactive team player who fosters a positive work environment and collaborates effectively with colleagues across departments.
Attention to Detail:
17. Ensuring accuracy and high-quality castings with timely turnaround.
Problem-Solving & Initiative:
18. Proactively identifying potential issues, proposing solutions, and taking the initiative to make changes that improve the working process.
Time Management & Organisation:
19. Ability to prioritise tasks effectively, meet deadlines, and maintain high levels of productivity without compromising quality.
Qualifications and Education
20. Basic level of English reading/writing.
21. Good eyesight.
22. Training will be provided: The trainee will learn through observation and practical application, working alongside experienced technicians.
Other details
Location
23. Birmingham (3-8 Vyse Street, Hockley, Birmingham, B18 6LT)
Salary
24. Negotiable/dependent on experience
Working Hours
25. 37.5 hours per week, 07:00 am 15:00 pm.
Please be aware that this role is based on site in Birmingham.
Benefits
26. 24 days per annum, plus 8 bank holidays (increasing incrementally by 1 day at 3, 6 & 9 years service to a total of 27 days)
27. Holiday exchange ability to buy or sell an additional 5 days holiday per year
28. Workplace pension with Scottish Widows
29. Life assurance (paying out 4 x gross annual salary)
30. Profit related bonus scheme
31. Health benefits, including access to a health care cash plan with BHSF and an employee assistance program + GP appointments via Sage Benefits application
32. Retails discounts via Sage Benefits application.
33. Interest free loans for parking permits.
34. Staff assisted purchase scheme enabling staff to purchase products and repay over 12 months, interest free.
35. Eye test vouchers with Specsavers
36. Cycle to work scheme