Fabrication Lead - Safe, First-Time Quality

Wakefield Acoustics (UK); Heckmondwike; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wakefield Acoustics (UK) is seeking a Fabrication Supervisor to lead daily shopfloor operations in the UK. The role emphasizes safe working practices, high-quality output and on-time delivery while driving cost-efficient performance and strong team engagement.

You will oversee housekeeping and documentation, promote Right First-Time initiatives, support labour and production planning, and develop team capability through clear communication and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily fabrication operations with a focus on safe working practices and high-quality output.
• Ensure on-time delivery and cost-efficient performance while maintaining strong team engagement.
• Oversee shopfloor activities, housekeeping and documentation to a high standard.
• Drive a Right First-Time culture and support labour and production planning.
• Develop team capability through effective communication, training and leadership.
• Promote continuous improvement and ensure the department meets SQDCP expectations.

Job description

Wakefield Acoustics (UK) is seeking a Fabrication Supervisor to lead daily shopfloor operations in the UK. The role emphasizes safe working practices, high-quality output and on-time delivery while driving cost-efficient performance and strong team engagement.

You will oversee housekeeping and documentation, promote Right First-Time initiatives, support labour and production planning, and develop team capability through clear communication and leadership.