Fabrication Team Leader

Workforce Staffing; Coventry; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Fabrication Team Leader to oversee production in Coventry. The ideal candidate will lead a team, ensure compliance with engineering drawings, and have strong MIG/TIG welding knowledge. Responsibilities include motivating the team, monitoring progress, and implementing lean manufacturing techniques. Candidates should have proven leadership experience and excellent problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in fabrication or welding.
• Strong knowledge of MIG/TIG welding and engineering drawings.
• Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Hands-on leadership style with effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the fabrication team to meet production targets.
• Train and develop team members in welding and safety standards.
• Allocate labour based on project needs.
• Monitor project progress and resolve production issues.
• Ensure compliance with technical drawings and quality standards.
• Implement Lean, TPM, and 5S/6S manufacturing techniques.
• Promote a safety culture and conduct regular safety checks.

Skills

Leadership experience

MIG/TIG welding

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Time-management

Communication

Commitment to quality and safety

Job description

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Job Title: Fabrication Team Leader
Pay: Circa ?40,000
Location: Coventry
Shift: Monday to Thursday 07:15-16:30, Friday 07:15-12:15 (flexibility required)
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Key Responsibilities
. Lead and motivate the fabrication team to meet production targets.
. Train and develop team members in welding and safety standards.
. Allocate labour based on project needs and ensure smooth workflow.
. Monitor project progress and resolve production issues.
. Ensure compliance with technical drawings and quality standards.
. Implement Lean, TPM, and 5S/6S manufacturing techniques.
. Promote a safety culture and conduct regular safety checks.
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Requirements
. Proven leadership experience in fabrication or welding.
. Strong knowledge of MIG/TIG welding and engineering drawings.
. Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
. Hands-on leadership style with effective communication.
. Strong commitment to quality, safety, and compliance.
. Experience in regulated sectors (Aerospace/Defence) is a plus.
. Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and ISO/IATF standards.