Job Description

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 are currently going through a period of growth and expanding the teams so this is an opportunity to join a business on the rise and already going through a second phase of growth in 2025.


We currently have an exciting opportunity to join us as a

Laboratory Technician

to join our growing team.

In a nutshell you will be responsible for:

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for overseeing quality control regimes within the Ceramics plant and monitor trends in lab and shopfloor including supporting improvement initiatives through production trials and process review.

What you will be responsible for

Recording, analysing, writing reports, reviews and summaries on the findings of experiments and trials. Maintain and monitor Quality Control (QC) testing and results including the identification of unusual data. Develop new QC tests as material understanding and business needs change. Oversee production trials and follow Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) as per Quality Supervisors guidance. Communicate with shop floor operatives to develop quality awareness of production processes and end product. Offer Quality advice within the manufacturing process, ensure Lab SOPs are up to date (QM will guide) Communicate with Supplier Quality team on raw material quality related issues and follow-up. Assist with duties within the Quality Department. Provide manufacturing support to the Glaze Room/Slip House, support for Raw material stock. Any special projects as required by the Quality Supervisor and Plant Manager Calibration activity (plan vs actual) - total management of Calibration System Wastewater treatment monitoring and sharing test result to Quality and EHSS. Receiving inspection of raw material as per plan and feedback to Quality Supervisor and Technical Engineer Carry out R & D projects to improve understanding of materials.

What you will already have

Science based background and related qualifications. Previous laboratory experience in manufacturing environment Exposure to ceramic materials would be advantageous but not essential. Well-rounded IT skills with a good understanding of MS Excel in particular Methodical and analytical approach to work and data management Effective communication skills Ability to work under own initiative A hands-on approach, with the confidence to step in to the production process where required.

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.
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.