Fabricator/Welder

Paneltex Ltd; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Hull is seeking a Fabrication/Welder to ensure quality standards and meet production deadlines. The ideal candidate will work 40 hours a week, have experience in metal cutting and welding, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Enjoy benefits such as life's assurance cover and flexible hours.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Life Assurance Cover

Free parking

Employee Discount Scheme

Site closure over Christmas and New Year

Responsibilities

• Ensure all work complies with Company H&S procedures.
• Plan production schedules with supervisors.
• Liaise with departments for appropriate support.
• Cutting and joining metal parts for production.
• Maintain workshop hygiene.

Skills

Knowledge of welding techniques

Effective communication

Ability to prioritize work

Good understanding of Health and Safety

Excellent teamwork

Education

Basic mathematics skills

Basic knowledge of welding symbols and blueprint reading

Tools

MIG welder

Plasma cutter

Arc welder

Chop saw

Oxyacetylene torch

Job description

Overview

Paneltex is a manufacturer of insulated panels for cold storage. Established in 1991, we have evolved into a global leader in temperature-controlled vehicle body building and conversion. With six specialized factories across the UK, Paneltex produces hundreds of refrigerated vehicle bodies, vehicle body kits and portable cold stores weekly. Our products aim to enhance productivity, safety, cleanliness, user-friendly design, aesthetics and operational efficiency.

Position

Title: Fabrication/Welder

Location: Paneltex Ltd, Somerden Road, Hull, HU9 5PE

Reporting to: Supervisor/Team Leader

Hours of work: 40 hours per week - Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 17:00 and Friday 08:00 to 14:00

Salary: £14.00 per hour

Benefits

• Equivalent of 32 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holiday)
• Life Assurance Cover
• Free parking
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Site closure over Christmas and New Year

Job Overview

The role of welder fabricator has to use technical drawings and various other specs and verbal instructions for planning, ensuring quality standards are met within set deadlines, and accomplishing the final product goal.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Make sure all work is done according to Company H&S procedures, and support improvement initiatives.
• Plan production schedules within area of responsibility in collaboration with the department supervisor and/or Manager.
• Liaise with non-production departments to ensure support is appropriate and effective.
• Adhere to design, production and Health & Safety requirements.
• Support and liaise with the various production supervisors.
• Ensure work carried out within the area of responsibility is effectively inspected and the works orders / inspection sheets are completed and filed.
• Ensure materials allocated to within the area of responsibility is stored to prevent deterioration and used appropriately.
• Cutting and joining metal parts for production and or repair work using tools and various other articles, such as MIG welder, plasma cutter, arc welder, chop saw, oxyacetylene torch etc.
• Designing and fabricating the equipment and parts for meeting production requirements using the stated specifications, calculator, measuring devices, drawings etc.
• Installing or removing any special equipment like paint machine, grinder, power and using hand tools etc.
• Designing and creating holding jigs that aid in fabrication of the parts in various numbers.
• Maintaining a record of all the work completed so as to facilitate the accounting activities.
• Provide support for the maintenance of welding equipment, tools and machinery used by the company.
• Ensure the level of workshop hygiene within their area of responsibility is appropriate and maintained.
• Be familiar with the companys Health and Safety Policies and in particular with your responsibilities.
• Comply with all relevant internal rules, policies and procedures, included in the company handbook.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of the properties and characteristics of metals used for cutting, welding and forming objects and of various welding fluxes and rods.
• Knowledge of safety precautions related to occupational hazards, procedures and practices of the trade.
• Skilled in identifying the proper power and hand tools in the safest possible manner and various equipment.
• Effective communication includes speaking, writing, active listening and taking instructions.
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload in order to meet deadlines.
• Good understanding of Health and Safety.
• Excellent work ethic and team player.
• Excellent timekeeping and attendance.
• Flexible approach to working additional hours when required.

Qualifications

• Basic mathematics skills.
• Basic knowledge of welding symbols and blueprint reading skills.
• Ability to work with complicated welding tools like ox-fuel, plasma, mag-drills, chainsaws etc.

If you are enthusiastic about joining a dynamic and industrious team within one of the UKs most innovative manufacturing companies, your interest is highly valued.

Paneltex is an inclusive employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other personal factor. We would welcome applications from a diverse range of applicants.

No agencies please

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