Fabrication Supervisor

Advanced Resource Managers; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Structural Steel Fabrication company in the UK is seeking a Fabrication Foreman to join their production team. The role involves leadership and supervision, ensuring quality standards are met while optimizing labour resources. Ideal candidates will have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage a demanding workload. The company offers full training for the right candidate. Interested applicants should send their CV to the provided email.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience is advantageous.
• Ability to plan and manage labour resources.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with shift changeovers and ensure correct documentation.
• Review manufacturing processes and recommend improvements.
• Manage daily resources and liaise with management regarding workload.
• Identify training needs and support development of employees and apprentices.
• Manage daily resources within the paint shop and coordinate with loaders.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal communication

Job description

We are working with one of the UK’s leading Structural Steel Fabrication companies, supplying and erecting fabricated steel nationwide across the UK and Ireland. Due to continued growth and ongoing projects, they are now seeking an experienced and motivated Fabrication Foreman to join their production team.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Workshop Manager, the Fabrication Foreman will play a key role in assisting with the leadership, supervision, and performance monitoring of the production section. You will be responsible for ensuring that quality standards are consistently achieved while maintaining effective and efficient use of labour to meet production targets and customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with shift changeovers to ensure correct materials, documentation, and instructions are in place.
• Ensuring all company policies and procedures are adhered to at all times.
• Reviewing manufacturing processes and recommending improvements where appropriate.
• Identifying training needs and supporting the development of employees and apprentices.
• Managing daily resources within the paint shop and coordinating with loaders (plant and labour).
• Liaising daily with management regarding workload, priorities, and production targets.
• Conducting weekly audits on a rotational basis with colleagues.
• Ordering and controlling purchased items related to your production line.
• Ensuring full traceability of all parts and providing accurate client documentation.
• Overseeing daily crane checks and ensuring accurate reporting.
• Monitoring goods in/out areas and maintaining an organised workspace.
• Ensuring inductions and risk assessments are completed before work commences.

What We Are Looking For

Previous supervisory experience would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided for the right candidate.

The ideal applicant will:

• Be able to effectively plan and manage labour resources.
• Remain calm under pressure and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.
• Possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.
• Be proactive, self-motivated, and capable of motivating others.
• Be able to prioritise a varied and demanding workload.
• Have a strong commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork.

How to Apply

If you are a driven individual with the ability to lead a team, maintain high standards, and contribute to a fast-paced manufacturing environment - please email [e-mail]