Engineering Supervisor

Employment Solutions Ltd; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of moulded plastic products is seeking a skilled Sheet Metal Worker / Tool Engineering Supervisor to lead their Mould Engineering team. The role involves supervising fabrication, conducting complex tool repairs, and mentoring team members. Strong technical knowledge of welding and fabrication is essential. This position offers an annual salary of £45,000 along with benefits including 25 days annual leave and employer pension contribution.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Free on-site parking

Employer pension contribution (4%)

Access to healthcare benefits

Free tea and coffee facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in sheet metal and fabrication.
• Strong technical knowledge of welding and fabrication.
• Proven people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a small fabrication team.
• Conduct complex tool repairs and sheet metal fabrication.
• Liaise with production and engineering teams.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

TIG welding

MIG welding

Gas welding

Team leadership

Job description

Overview

A leading manufacturer of moulded plastic products is seeking a skilled and experienced Sheet Metal Worker / Tool Engineering Supervisor to lead their Mould Engineering team. Based in the PR2 area of Preston, this hands-on role involves supervising fabrication and maintenance activities, overseeing tool assessments, and supporting continuous improvement across operations within a busy manufacturing environment.

This position would suit an experienced tool engineer or fabricator with leadership experience, ideally from a manufacturing background. Strong technical knowledge of welding, fabrication, and tool repair is required, along with proven people management skills. If you are motivated by hands-on leadership and want to play a key part in a dynamic production environment, this role offers an exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a small fabrication team, managing workload, performance, and safety compliance.
• Conduct complex tool repairs and sheet metal fabrication using TIG, MIG and gas welding methods.
• Liaise with production and engineering teams to deliver preventative maintenance and project work.
• Provide hands-on support and mentorship to ensure quality, consistency, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment in line with 5S and SHEQ standards.

Requirements

• Experience in sheet metal and fabrication
• TIG, MIG, and gas welding experience
• Structural steel fabrication experience is desirable

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (including Christmas shutdown)
• Free on-site parking
• Employer pension contribution (4%)
• Access to healthcare benefits (Medicash) after 3-month probation
• Free tea and coffee facilities

Salary

£45,000 per annum (monthly paid)

Working Hours

Standard working hours are Monday to Thursday with two paid 15-minute breaks and 30 minutes unpaid lunch; Friday hours are with one paid break and 30 minutes unpaid lunch.

How to Apply

To apply for this position please contact Sue Boardman on (phone number removed).