Composite Door Fabricator (Blackburn)

General All-Purpose Plastics (Gap) Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Christmas shutdown

Life assurance

Career development opportunities

Industry-leading salary with bonus

Job summary

General All-Purpose Plastics (GAP) Ltd in Blackburn is seeking a hands-on Composite Door Fabricator to join our busy production team. You will fabricate, assemble and finish high-quality composite doors in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires careful measuring, tool-use and hardware fitting, with a focus on accuracy and safety. We offer a Christmas shutdown, a competitive salary and opportunities to grow within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience in production/manufacturing is desirable.
• Practical experience using hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to read and follow measurements, job sheets, drawings and production instructions.
• Physically fit and able to lift and move components in line with manual handling guidance.
• Reliable, punctual and committed to high workmanship standards.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble composite doors in line with production specifications and quality standards.
• Prepare door components, frames, hardware and glazing units for assembly.
• Use hand tools, power tools and production equipment safely and effectively.
• Measure, cut and fit materials to meet specifications.
• Install locks, hinges, handles and other door hardware.
• Check completed doors for quality, finish, dimensions and operation.
• Identify and report defects or production issues to supervisor.
• Follow job sheets and production schedules accurately.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised production area.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Attention to detail

Reading measurements

Manual dexterity

Physical fitness

Independent worker

Punctuality

Numeracy & literacy

Job description

Composite Door Fabricator (Blackburn) General All-Purpose Plastics (GAP) Ltd•Blackburn, England, United Kingdom

Location: Blackburn

Pay: 12.75ph

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.

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

Excellent opportunities to develop and grow your career

Free life assurance

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]

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