Fabrication Workshop Supervisor

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

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of moulded plastic products is seeking a Fabrication Supervisor to lead their Mould Engineering team in Nottingham. This role involves hands-on supervision of a fabrication team, conducting complex tool repairs, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have strong knowledge in welding, fabrication, and tool repair, along with proven management skills. The position offers a competitive annual salary of £45,000 and various benefits including 25 days annual leave and healthcare options after probation.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Free on-site parking

Employer pension contribution (4%)

Access to healthcare benefits (Medicash) after 3-month probation

Free tea and coffee facilities

Qualifications

• Experienced tool engineer or fabricator with leadership experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of welding and fabrication.
• Proven people management and mentorship skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a small fabrication team.
• Conduct complex tool repairs using TIG, MIG and gas welding.
• Liaise with production and engineering teams for maintenance.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of welding

Expertise in fabrication

People management skills

Complex tool repairs

Job description

Fabrication Supervisor

Introduction

A leading manufacturer of moulded plastic products is seeking a skilled and experienced Tool Engineering fabrication workshop Supervisor to lead their Mould Engineering team. This hands‑on role involves supervising fabrication and maintenance activities, overseeing tool assessments, and supporting continuous improvement across operations, within a busy manufacturing environment.

Based in PR2 area

Who This Job Would Suit

This position would suit an experienced tool engineer or fabricator with leadership experience, ideally from a manufacturing background. You'll need strong technical knowledge of welding, fabrication, and tool repair, as well as proven people management skills. If you're 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.

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)