At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate machinery and manage production processes to deliver high-quality turbine blades.
- Company: Join Rolls-Royce, a leader in innovation and engineering excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional growth, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Exciting career opportunities in a dynamic and inclusive workplace.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that shapes the future of technology and engineering.
- Qualifications: Experience in manufacturing, teamwork skills, and attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Product Make Operator to join our HP Turbine Blade Machining Facility in Derby.
In this role, you will be responsible for delivering production blades in line with committed requirements and prescribed manufacturing processes. You will play a key role in ensuring the facility maximises its contribution to the success of Turbine Systems while consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
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, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that champions belonging, creativity, and your professional growth.
What you will be doing:
As a Product Make Operator, you will be operating flexibly across manufacturing processes as defined for component production:
- Supporting machine tools to ensure effective and efficient operation (e.g. part loading/unloading, inspection, consumable management).
- Managing cell workflow to ensure the Kanban system operates as designed and production schedules are met.
- Inspecting output from cells and responding appropriately to any errors in line with defined procedures.
- Providing team leadership, coaching and support where required, including undertaking additional responsibilities.
- Maintaining the cell working environment to optimum standards.
- Working collaboratively as part of a team to produce high-quality products and support continuous improvement activities.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
- Understanding of production processes and adherence to technical instructions or manufacturing packages.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and take ownership of quality outputs.
- Experience supporting or operating machinery in a production setting is desirable.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles such as Kanban.
- Experience in inspection and quality control processes.
- Ability to identify issues and respond in line with defined procedures.
- Experience in coaching, mentoring, or supporting team members.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
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 is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Closing date: 3rd July 2026
Recruiter - Laura Rafferty
As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.
Job Category: Factory Staff
Posting Date: 19 Jun 2026; 00:06
Posting End Date: 02 Jul 2026
Product Make Operator in Derby employer: Rolls-royce
Rolls-Royce is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Derby where innovation and teamwork thrive. Employees benefit from a culture that prioritises professional growth, creativity, and inclusivity, alongside opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology in the aerospace sector. With a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement, joining Rolls-Royce means being part of a forward-thinking company that values your contributions and supports your career aspirations.
