Fabricator / Brake Press Operator

Airport Placements; Wincanton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Wincanton is looking for a skilled Fabricator / Brake Press Operator to join their production team. In this role, you will carry out metal fabrication, operate CNC machinery, and ensure high standards of quality and safety. You will benefit from a salary of up to £34,000, a quarterly performance-based bonus, and comprehensive perks including additional holidays and pension contributions. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a fabrication or production environment.

Benefits

Quarterly bonus based on performance

20 days holiday + bank holidays

7.5% employer pension contribution

Free onsite parking

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fabrication, metalwork, or production environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work to quality standards.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out metal fabrication work including guillotine cutting and MIG welding.
• Assemble and pack products as instructed.
• Operate machinery and maintain a clean work area.
• Drive company vehicles for local collections and deliveries.

Skills

Fabrication experience

CNC press-brake operation

MIG welding

Health & Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Job description

Fabricator / Brake Press Operator

Job Reference: HL050226CH

Manufacturing and Production, Wincanton, Somerset

Salary: Up to £34,000 + quarterly bonus (based on business performance)

Hours: Monday-Thursday 08:00-16:30, alternate Fridays 08:00-13:00 / 08:00-16:00

Holidays: 20 days + bank holidays (extra days added for long service)

About the role

We are looking for a skilled Fabricator to join our production team, manufacturing high-quality products in a safe, efficient and well-organised environment. Reporting to the Director of Operations, you\'ll be involved in metal fabrication, general production work, assembly and some local driving duties.

Responsibilities

• Carry out metal fabrication work including:
  
  
  
  • Guillotine cutting
  
  
  • CNC press-brake folding (press-brake experience ideally)
  
  
  • Notching and punching components
  
  
  • MIG welding
  
  
  • Grinding, assembly and fitting (certified personnel only for specific tasks)
  
  
  
  


• Assemble and pack products as instructed


• Move and organise stock within the workshop/stores


• Operate machinery and follow production procedures in line with company quality standards


• Maintain a good work rate while delivering high-quality output


• Inspect products to agreed standards and report any defects or machinery issues


• Keep the work area safe, clean and tidy


• Keep accurate production and job records as required


• Drive company vehicles (including a long wheelbase Transit) for local collections and deliveries, where authorised


• Follow all Health & Safety and IMS procedures and proactively report any concerns


• Carry out any other reasonable duties required by the Director of Operations

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fabrication / metalwork / production environment


• Press-brake experience ideally (CNC press-brake operation)


• MIG welding experience desirable


• Ability to follow instructions and work to quality standards and deadlines


• Strong awareness of Health & Safety in a workshop environment


• Good attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work


• Full UK driving licence (for van driving duties) preferred

Benefits

• Salary up to £34,000 per annum (depending on experience)


• Quarterly bonus based on business performance


• 20 days\' holiday + bank holidays, with extra days for long service


• 7.5% employer pension contribution


• Company sick pay


• Free onsite parking


• Eye care support


• Flu vaccinations


• Life insurance

Contact us

• Email: [e-mail]


• Call: 01233 722 401