Fabricator

We are now seeking to recruit a Fabricator to join Fabrication workshop based in Caldicot. It's a permanent fabrication work that would require the right candidate to se a variety of fabrication techniques, hand tools, and machinery to produce high-quality products while maintaining safe working practices.,

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and work instructions.
• Measure, mark out, cut, bend, and shape metal materials to required dimensions.
• Assemble fabricated components using welding, bolting, riveting, and other fastening methods.
• Operate fabrication equipment including guillotines, presses, drills, grinders, saws, and bending machines.
• Carry out MIG, TIG, or MMA welding where required.
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer specifications.
• Use measuring equipment such as tape measures, micrometres, verniers, and gauges.
• Perform finishing operations including grinding, deburring, and polishing.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment in accordance with health and safety requirements.
• Report material shortages, equipment faults, and quality issues to supervisors.
• Work collaboratively with welders, engineers, and production teams to meet production deadlines.
  
  Previous experience in a fabrication or metalworking environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of fabrication processes and manufacturing techniques.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and fabrication machinery.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures within a workshop environment.
• Previous fabrication experience.
• Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 2/3 in Fabrication and Welding, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Welding certifications (MIG, TIG, MMA).
• Forklift, overhead crane, or lifting equipment experience