Composite Door Fabricator (Blackburn)

GAP Ltd.; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 35,818,000 - 39,950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Christmas shutdown

Open-ended bonus

33 days holiday

Life assurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

GAP Ltd. in Blackburn is seeking a hands-on Composite Door Fabricator to join our busy production team. You will be responsible for fabricating and assembling high-quality composite doors, following job sheets and production schedules to meet daily output.

The role requires practical experience with hand and power tools, good attention to detail, and the ability to read drawings and measurements. A can-do attitude and reliability are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in production/manufacturing or construction env.
• Proficient with hand and power tools.
• Ability to read measurements, sheets and drawings.
• Good manual dexterity and safe material handling.
• Physically fit for lifting components.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble composite doors to specs.
• Prepare door components, frames, hardware and glazing units.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Measure and cut materials to specification.
• Install locks, hinges and hardware.
• Check doors for quality and correct operation.
• Report defects or issues to supervisor.
• Follow job sheets and production schedules.
• Maintain a clean, safe production area.
• Work as part of a production team to meet output goals.

Skills

Production experience

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Manual dexterity

Can-do attitude

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Location: Blackburn

Pay: 12.75ph

Hours: 40hrs per week

Exciting opportunity alert! We are looking for a Composite Door Fabricator to join our busy production team in Blackburn. If you are practical, detail-oriented and enjoy working in a hands-on manufacturing environment, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

As a Composite Door Fabricator, you will support the production of high-quality composite doors, ensuring products are assembled accurately and meet customer and company standards. This role is suited to an organised and reliable individual with a strong work ethic, good attention to detail and an interest in production or manufacturing.

Key responsibilities - composite door fabricator

• Fabricate and assemble composite doors in line with production specifications and quality standards.
• Prepare door components, frames, hardware, glazing units and other materials for assembly.
• Use hand tools, power tools and production equipment safely and effectively.
• Measure, cut and fit materials accurately to ensure doors are produced to the required specification.
• Install locks, hinges, handles, letter plates, thresholds and other door hardware.
• Check completed doors for quality, finish, dimensions and correct operation before dispatch.
• Identify and report defects, damaged materials or production issues to the supervisor or production manager.
• Follow job sheets, manufacturing instructions and production schedules accurately.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised production area, including appropriate storage of tools and materials.
• Work efficiently as part of a production team to meet daily output and delivery requirements.
• Adhere to health and safety policies, manual handling guidance and company procedures at all times.

Essential skills and experience - composite door production

• Previous experience in a production, manufacturing, fabrication, joinery or construction environment is desirable.
• Practical experience using hand tools and power tools.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, high-quality work.
• Ability to read and follow measurements, job sheets, drawings and production instructions.
• Good manual dexterity and the ability to handle materials safely.
• Physically fit and able to lift and move door components in line with manual handling guidance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a busy production team.
• Reliable, punctual and committed to maintaining high standards of workmanship.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills for completing production paperwork and checking specifications.
• MOST IMPORTANTLY a can-do attitude and a desire to learn!

Working hours, pay and benefits - composite door fabricator role

• Christmas shutdown
• Industry leading salary with open-ended bonus
• 33 days holiday (inc B/H)
• Excellent opportunities to develop and grow your career
• Free life assurance
• Employee discounts

What Our People Say:

“I am really loving my time here at GAP! The business has grown over the past few years and I am looking forward to see where we will be in the next few years. I enjoy everything about my job, the work culture is amazing and there is always somebody there if you ever need anything. I would recommend GAP to anybody in a heartbeat.”

“Since starting at GAP the business has continuously grown which meant the staff have progressed and grew with the company. The owners are great and kept it a family run place to work - no one is just a number.”

“GAP is a fun and inspiring place to work. The business has grown fast over the years so there is a real buzz around the place. Personally, I think if you work hard you will be rewarded, they have always supported me through hard times, it’s like a family not just a work place!”

We are an equal-opportunity employer

Diversity and inclusion are essential to us and we encourage a culture where everyone can be themselves at work. We value and actively seek out a richly diverse range of talent. Our policies ensure that every job applicant and employee is treated fairly and with equal opportunity to succeed.

Our recruitment process is fair and equitable to ensure that all candidates are duly considered and supported. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our Recruitment Team via [e-mail]