Overview
Welder Fabricator – Teversham
To fabricate, assemble, and weld metal components and structures to precise engineering specifications, ensuring high-quality, durable products that meet safety standards and project deadlines, working in collaboration with the Welding team leader, Production Engineering, and the Quality Department.
Responsibilities
* Perform high-quality TIG welding on stainless steel, aluminium, and mild steel to precise standards.
* Carry out MIG welding operations as required for specific projects.
* Support the company's transition toward laser welding, bringing existing experience or a willingness to train and develop in this area.
* Fabricate and assemble sheet metal components, frames, and structures according to engineering drawings and specifications.
* Operate and maintain fabrication equipment, welding tools, and measuring instruments.
* Complete grinding, cutting, and finishing work as part of the fabrication process.
* Deliver work to high standards of accuracy, quality, and finish.
* Prepare metal materials for fabrication and welding to meet job requirements.
* Ensure all orders are completed accurately, within budget, and delivered on time, meeting company Quality Objectives.
* Work from customer drawings and specifications to produce parts in accordance with our clients' Quality - Code of Practice.
* Inspect parts in line with the company's Checking/Inspection Process.
* Accurately open and close work orders using the company's computerised system (ProgressPlus).
* Actively monitor working practices and provide feedback to improve efficiency and job profitability.
* Ensure strict compliance with Health & Safety standards and environmental regulations.
* Maintain a clean, organized work area in accordance with the Company Code of Conduct and housekeeping standards.
* Comply with the company's Environmental and Recycling Policy.
* Maintain flexibility to work on a variety of projects typical of a busy subcontract environment.
* Undertake any additional duties as required to support the team and overall business objectives.
General responsibilities
Health & Safety Responsibilities
* All employees are responsible for adhering to health and safety procedures and guidelines, ensuring a safe working environment for themselves and others. Any accidents, near misses, or concerns must be reported to the Health & Safety Manager and/or their line manager immediately.
Quality Responsibilities
* Quality is the responsibility of every individual within the company. Each employee contributes to our Clients quality objectives and plays a key role in fostering a quality-focused culture. It is essential to uphold high standards to ensure that customer needs and expectations are fully met.
Person Specification
Skills & Knowledge Requirements
* Strong capabilities in TIG, particularly with light gauge materials (1-3mm), including stainless steel, mild steel, and aluminium.
* Basic MIG welding skills as a supporting process as minimum.
* Laser welding experience or a genuine interest in developing laser welding skills.
* Confident using fabrication machinery, hand tools, and measuring equipment.
* Skilled in sanding and dressing fabricated components to achieve high-quality finishes.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and apply specified tolerances accurately.
* Experience with MRP systems, including booking jobs on and off.
* Basic IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel (advantageous).
* Tidy, methodical approach to tasks and maintaining an organised workspace.
* Effective team player with a flexible and proactive attitude to meet changing work requirements.
* Awareness of computerisation in manufacturing environments.
* Good understanding of engineering quality standards and requirements.
* Good understanding of safe working practices and welding safety standards.
Keywords: MIG or TIG or Welder or WELDING or Welder Fabricator
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