Job Purpose
To produce welded fabrications using engineering drawings, specification and quality requirements, contributing to safe, on-time delivery of engineering programmes.
Day to Day operations
To work as part of the welding team ensuring welded fabrications are produced safely, accurately and in full conformity with the approved drawings and welding procedure specifications to meet customer requirements and that these are completed on time to plan
Principal responsibilities
• Adhere to all Health & Safety policies and procedures and risk assessments
• Ensure that the work area is kept clean and appropriate safety equipment is worn at all times. Ensure appropriate lifting equipment is used and assistance is sought when handling heavy objects
• Ensure good work practices are adopted and carried out in line with company procedures
• Fabricate a varying range of products and materials to the correct standard operating procedure (SOP)
• Highlight any issues to the Team Leader which may affect the fabrication of these products
• Check all relevant information on Route Cards to ensure correct drawings, material have been issued prior to the manufacture of components
• Sign off relevant sections of Route Card on completion of operations
• Ensure time is booked in Epicor Kenetic
• Report any non-conforming components to the section Team Leader in a timely manner
• Participate in and support improvement activities in your area as required
• Attend team briefings and actively participate
• Any other duties as reasonably requested by your Line Manager, Production Manager(s) or a member of the Senior Management team
Key interfaces
• Production Managers, Team Leaders/Supervisors & wider production team
• Trades & General Operators Shopfloor
• Office functions
• HSE/Inspection department
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Essential:
• 3G, 6G Qualification
• Working knowledge in fabrication and welding
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficient in MIG, TIG, stick and arch welding
• Experience of welding & fabricating steel components
• Ability to follow technical drawings and follow plans
Disposition (Required critical behaviours):
• Self-discipline for PPE / House Keeping / Safe Working Practice
• Solutions focused approach
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work to tight deadlines
• Self-motivated and confident in taking responsibility for area of work
• Flexibility to work shifts and overtime as required to support business needs
• Commitment to Continuous Improvement
• Willingness to train and progress
• Able to work as part of a team