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VACANCY: Fabricator Team Leader
LOCATION: Hyde | UK
ABOUT US:
AVK Syddal Limited is part of the AVK Group, who are market leaders in the design, manufacture and supply of valves, pipe fittings, hydrants and flow control equipment to the Water, Wastewater, Oil and Gas industries throughout the world.
Join a market leading company to develop and grow your career whilst benefiting from the support and network of the group.
ROLE PURPOSE
As a Fabricator Team Leader, you will lead by example on the shop floor, ensuring the timely and high-quality production of fabricated components. In addition to hands-on fabrication, you will be responsible for delegating work orders, coordinating with production planning, and acting as the go-to person for operational queries. This role offers the opportunity to develop formal leadership skills through structured management training.
Key Responsibilities
FABRICATION DUTIES:
Read and interpret technical drawings to fabricate components to precise tolerances.
Perform MIG welding, tacking, seam welding, and grinding.
Operate fabrication machinery including guillotine, auto-feed saw, punch press, and radial arm drill.
Maintain high standards of product quality and housekeeping.
Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety regulations.
TEAM LEADERSHIP & OPERATIONS
Delegate daily work orders and tasks to fabrication team members.
Provide frontline supervision, support, and guidance to team members.
Liaise with the production planning team to ensure workflow efficiency and resource allocation.
Act as the first point of contact for operational issues on the shop floor.
Monitor team performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Report directly to the Operations Manager with updates on progress, issues, and team performance.
Ensure compliance with company procedures and promote a culture of safety and accountability.
DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY
Participate in formal management training to support your growth into a leadership role.
Gain exposure to cross-functional collaboration and strategic planning.
What Good Looks Like
A proactive leader who ensures quality output and team cohesion.
Strong communication and delegation skills.
A reliable and skilled fabricator with a commitment to continuous improvement.
WHAT WE OFFER:
A culture of shared values, goals, attitudes, and business growth.
Employee Assistance Programme (Welfare and Wellbeing).
Competitive salary.
33 days holiday (including statutory Public Holidays).
Life Assurance plan (x3).
Company pension plan.
Discounts and cashback across many high-street and online retailers (Supermarkets, Entertainment, Fashion, Days Out, Technology, Home, and Travel).
A blend of training to help your career development.
WORKING HOURS:
38.5 hours per week - This role will require flexibility to meet the needs of the business.
Monday-Thursday: (Apply online only)
Friday: (Apply online only)
We know that our people make the difference in the AVK Group, and we are looking for skilled, passionate, and driven professionals to work with our inspirational leaders; to promote our culture, enable change and champion a lean environment.
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