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Form of workFabricator
The Role:
The Fabricator/Welder is responsible for the manufacture of medium to heavy, temporary and permanent fabrication structures. Working from drawings supplied by the office team, and working to company process. Complete audits as requested and contribute to the annual stock check. Working as part of the fabrications operations team and providing full operational support to all areas of the business.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational
Receive drawings from the office team, discuss and agree production timescales
Cut, tack, weld and drill materials as specified on controlled documents supplied, and manufacture within tolerances specified on drawings
Manufacture using materials as specified on material lists, all stock used must be documented on material lists for traceability, confirming cast numbers as required
Complete workshop checklists during production
Destroy all drawings where revisions are issued, and originals are superseded
Provide on-site installation support where required
Other Duties
Assist with the goods in process by unloading deliveries, checking materials received against supplier documentation
Ensure all deliveries specify order numbers and material certificates have been supplied
Handover all paperwork to the office and confirm receipt of delivery
Operate the overhead crane for workshop activities
Commercial
Produce timesheets daily detailing all working hours and relevant job numbers
Maintain accurate stock levels by utilising stock only when specified on material lists
Report stock issues and highlight where customer orders could potentially be delayed
Complete stock audits as requested, feeding back to the Quality Team
Support the business during annual stock checks
Health and Safety
Complete tasks in accordance with the depot risk assessments, notify Management of any potential noncompliance
Report accidents and near misses using the correct methods
Ensure the correct PPE is used in the depot at all times
Maintain excellent levels of housekeeping, ensure areas are free from waste and trip hazards etc
Complete weekly/monthly checks for equipment used as listed in department file
Quality
Ensure works are carried out in accordance with processes
Contribute to continuous improvement by providing suggestions and feedback to Team Leaders and Management
Work to agreed timescales updating the office team on progress
Maintain good communication with the office team and Management at all times
All finished goods are to be wrapped, banded and packaged as per delivery method
Complete WPS checks on team members work
Key Measures & Targets:
Quality of workshop area
Completing work within agreed timescales
Waste reduction
Key Relationships:
Fabrications Operational Team
Fabrication Manager
Fabrication Office Team
Yardman
Person Specification:
The successful candidate is likely to meet all of the following criteria:
Essential
Experience in medium to heavy fabrications and welding procedures – NVQ or equivalent
Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
Ability to work well within a team, offering support to others
CSCS Card
Experience operating an overhead crane
Qualified to use plasma/oxy cutting equipment
Desirable
Site work experience
Forklift licence
Driving licence
