Fabricator

AAF International - Power & Industrial Group; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day working week

20 days annual leave + holidays

Company pension (employer matched)

Sick pay scheme

Death in service cover (3x)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free on-site parking

Annual flu vaccination

Employee recognition programmes

Job summary

AAF International - Power & Industrial Group in Cramlington, Northumberland, is seeking a Fabricator to strengthen our production team. You will follow safety and quality procedures, manufacture assemblies to exact specifications, and participate in continuous improvement to meet quotas with strict quality.

The role requires TIG welding experience, reading drawings, and an apprenticeship in fabrication or related engineering.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship in Fabrication, Welding or related engineering discipline.
• BTEC National Certificate (Desirable).
• Qualifications may be substituted for experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company health, safety, environmental and quality procedures.
• Manufacture assemblies to technical specifications in line with AAF standards.
• Weld passivation in accordance with AAF standards.
• Packing of N-hance projects in accordance with AAF standards.
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality and specifications.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation.
• Ensure work areas are clean, organised and compliant with 5S housekeeping standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing process.
• Assist with loading, unloading and movement of materials and finished products when required.

Skills

TIG welding

Read engineering drawings

Quality consciousness

Health and safety awareness

Teamwork

English communication

Problem-solving

Education

Apprenticeship in Fabrication, Welding or related engineering discipline

BTEC National Certificate

Job description

Employment Type

Full-time (37 hours per week: Monday – Thursday) Permanent On-Site

Level

Individual Contributor

Location

Cramlington, Northumberland - UK

Job Function

Production / Operations

Industry

Manufacturing

Who We Are

AAF International offers the most comprehensive clean air solutions available across the globe. Selling under the American Air Filter® and the AAF International® brand names, AAF International has been an industry pioneer since 1921 with manufacturing operations in 22 countries. Our products are the industry benchmarks for quality and performance. Our applications include commercial, industrial and residential solutions from the filters used in your home to the most critical cleanroom and power generation applications.

We are a member of the Daikin Group, the world's largest air conditioning provider and employs over 75,000 employees worldwide. Founded in 1924, Daikin has grown into a diversified industrial manufacturing company offering solutions in clean air, air conditioning, refrigeration, chemicals, oil hydraulics, defence systems and electronics.

Our culture of continuous improvement, safety and world class operations is driven by our people-centred management philosophy. This philosophy is built around mutual selection: while AAF seeks to recruit talented people to join our team, we also want each team member to receive job satisfaction, growth, development and continued happiness in being a long-term member of the AAF family. This is fuelled by our belief in treating our people, our supply partners, our customers and our environment with the trust and respect we each require, and our passion to give back to our community for our success.

Position Summary

We are currently recruiting for a Fabricator to join our existing production team within our Power & Industrial (P&I) division based in Cramlington, Northumberland. The successful candidate will be a valuable part of the team, ensuring our production quotas are met in a timely fashion while observing the highest standards of safety and quality.

Position Responsibilities

• Follow all company health, safety, environmental and quality procedures.
• Manufacture assemblies to technical specifications in line with AAF standards.
• Weld passivation in accordance with AAF standards.
• Packing of N-hance projects in accordance with AAF standards.
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Report any defects, non-conformities, equipment issues or safety concerns to management.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation as required.
• Ensure work areas are kept clean, organised and compliant with 5S housekeeping standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing process.
• Assist with loading, unloading and movement of materials and finished products when required.

*The duties listed above are intended as a guide to the main responsibilities of the role and are not exhaustive. Additional tasks may be required to support business needs.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications And Affiliations

Essential:

• Apprenticeship in Fabrication, Welding or a related engineering discipline.

Desirable:

• BTEC National Certificate

*Qualifications may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Experience

Essential:

• Demonstrable experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Proven experience as a Fabricator or similar position.
• Previous experience of working in a manufacturing/engineering company.
• Computer literate and able to use a wide range of software packages.
• Demonstrable practical TIG welding experience.

Desirable:

• Previous experience gained within the industry or similar industries.
• Experience of MIG welding.
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.

Licences or Certifications

Essential:

• Eligible to work in the UK.
• TIG welding qualification or demonstrable practical experience.

Desirable:

• MIG welding qualification.
• Valid passport.
• Full driving license.
• Forklift license.
• Industry Standard Certificates: i.e. First Aid, IOSH Working Safely etc.

Skills

Essential:

• Health, safety and environmentally conscious.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and measurements.
• Flexible approach to working, willingness to accept changing priorities.
• Continuous improvement mentality and receptive to change.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships.
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A problem-solving can-do attitude.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills for recording production information and accessing work instructions.
• Good level of English communication skills including face to face, telephone and written.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in an organized manner.

What’s on Offer

An opportunity to join an already established and successful international business with a competitive salary with an annual review.

Benefits package includes:

• Four-day working week (Monday-Thursday)
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company pension with employer contributions matched up to 7%.
• Company sick pay scheme.
• Death in service cover (3x annual salary).
• Career development and online learning platform.
• Employee discounts and cashback scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Annual flu vaccination.
• Employee recognition programmes.

Applications

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

All applications must be submitted in English.

Accommodations

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to make adjustments to ensure an inclusive recruitment experience for all applicants.