Fabrication Workshop Lead - Driving Quality & Output

Adecco; Halstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting a Fabrication Workshop Manager to lead operations in a busy manufacturing environment in Gosfield. You will oversee fabrication, welding and assembly activities, ensure high-quality production, and drive efficiency across the workshop.

You will deliver production targets, maintain safety standards, and develop a high-performing team while supporting ongoing business growth through lean improvements, capacity planning and KPI monitoring.

Qualifications

• Strong background in fabrication and welding within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous supervisory or management experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of MIG welding and structural fabrication.
• Experience managing production schedules and KPIs.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Good understanding of health & safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily fabrication and production activities to meet delivery schedules.
• Coordinate welding, fabrication, and assembly operations.
• Monitor workflow and ensure build targets and deadlines are achieved.
• Allocate labour and resources effectively across the workshop.
• Drive improvements in productivity and output.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of fabricators, welders, and operatives.
• Conduct regular team briefings and toolbox talks.
• Manage performance, attendance, and training needs.
• Support development of multi-skilled teams and mentor junior staff.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and procedures.
• Promote safe working practices including PPE and equipment.
• Carry out inspections and support quality control processes.
• Drive right-first-time manufacturing and reduce rework.
• Identify and implement process and workflow improvements.
• Monitor key performance metrics.

Skills

Fabrication & welding

Supervisory experience

Reading engineering drawings

MIG welding

KPIs

Health & safety

Leadership

Organisational skills

Job description

Adecco is recruiting a Fabrication Workshop Manager to lead operations in a busy manufacturing environment in Gosfield. You will oversee fabrication, welding and assembly activities, ensure high-quality production, and drive efficiency across the workshop.

You will deliver production targets, maintain safety standards, and develop a high-performing team while supporting ongoing business growth through lean improvements, capacity planning and KPI monitoring.