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 Inspection & Packing Operative to join our growing team.
About the Job
As an Inspection & Packing Operative, you'll play a vital role in the final stages of our manufacturing process, helping ensure our luxury sinks leave site looking their very best and reach our customers safely and on time.
This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are exactly the same. Depending on business needs, you could be inspecting finished products, preparing customer orders, packing products for shipment, or supporting dispatch activities.
Working as part of a supportive team, you'll help maintain the exceptional standards of quality, craftsmanship and customer service that our brands are known for around the world.
Key Expectations
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Safety – Always work safely, wear the correct PPE and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
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Quality – Identify, record and communicate recurring defects or quality concerns.
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Delivery – Support your Team Leader and colleagues to achieve daily targets and customer requirements.
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Performance – Continuously look for ways to improve efficiency, productivity and quality.
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People – Support colleagues, contribute positively to the team and recognise great work through our High 5 recognition programme.
What You Will Be Responsible For
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Carrying out visual and functional inspections on finished products.
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Performing product rework activities in line with detailed work instructions.
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Preparing daily picks and customer orders accurately and efficiently.
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Packing products safely and securely ready for shipment.
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Preparing pallets for dispatch, including banding, wrapping, labelling and stacking.
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Communicating effectively with colleagues across the packing and dispatch teams.
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Recording inspection results and ensuring compliance with quality standards.
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Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards within your work area.
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Adhering to all health and safety policies, procedures and site guidelines.
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Ensuring the correct PPE is always worn and maintained.
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Following SOPs and work instructions as trained.
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Reporting product defects, equipment issues or unsafe conditions to your Team Leader.
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Supporting departmental quality, delivery and performance targets.
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Understanding how your role contributes to customer satisfaction and the wider manufacturing process.
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Undertaking training and development activities to broaden your skills across the department.
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Working effectively within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What You Will Already Have
We're looking for enthusiastic individuals who take pride in their work and enjoy being part of a team.
Ideally, you'll have:
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Experience working within a manufacturing, production, warehousing, distribution or similar environment.
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Experience using hand and power tools (essential).
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Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
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The ability to follow instructions, procedures and quality standards.
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A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
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Good organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently.
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The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
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Good communication skills.
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Experience carrying out inspection, rework, packing or assembly activities would be beneficial.
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Experience with abrasive wheels, grinding equipment, lifting equipment or testing equipment would be advantageous, although full training can be provided.
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Flexibility to work a variety of shift patterns, including Days, Afternoons and Nights where required.
No ceramics experience? No problem. We're interested in people with the right attitude, attention to detail and willingness to learn. Full training will be provided.
How You Work Matters – Our Blueprint Behaviours
Think Big, Learn Fast
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You bring ambition and a growth mindset to every shift
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You adapt quickly and make improvements with confidence
Work It Together
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You collaborate to get the best outcomes across shifts and departments
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You lead with accountability while enabling others to thrive
Make the Hard Call
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You make pragmatic, timely decisions—even without all the information
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You balance focus, empathy, and business priorities
Our Core Competencies
We look for people who:
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Cultivate Innovation – Always remain curious
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Actively Learn – Grow your own capability and help others do the same
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Collaborate – Use your network and teamwork to drive success
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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.
Fortune Brands Innovations are a US-based company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange, that owns and develops a dynamic portfolio of brands for homes worldwide. Our specialist kitchen and bathroom division, Fortune Brands Water Innovations, is made up of leading luxury British brands, Shaws, Perrin & Rowe and Victoria + Albert, plus Riobel from Canada. We market these together under the House of Rohl name.
In addition, Aqualisa completes our portfolio with its market-leading digital showering technology.
Our brands are united by a belief in design, innovation and craftmanship, leading to beautiful and high-quality products.
With manufacturing sites throughout the UK, and a House of Rohl showroom at the Design Centre in London, we currently employ over 600 people, dedicated to delivering excellent products and service throughout our supply chain. A new multi-million pound state-of-the-art facility at the i54 Business Park in Wolverhampton will be completed later this year, generating exciting new opportunities across the business as we continue to grow.
Watch our short video to discover more about Perrin & Rowe, Shaws, Riobel and Victoria + Albert – the brands that make up the House of Rohl.
