Plastic Fabricator

Trades Workforce Solutions; Slinfold; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Fabricator – Plastics to join a well-established manufacturing team in Slinfold. This permanent role involves hands-on fabrication of plastic components. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in plastic fabrication, strong attention to detail, and the ability to read technical documentation. You will collaborate with the team to ensure high-quality production while adhering to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in plastic process vessel fabrication or similar environments.
• Strong understanding of technical standards and fabrication codes.
• Reliable, constructive team player with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Carry out hands-on fabrication as part of the production team.
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and work orders.
• Ensure all work meets required quality standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Technical documentation interpretation

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Machinery

Job description

Fabricator – Plastics (Permanent Role)

Location: Slinfold Area
Hours: 40 hours per week – Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:30 (30-minute break)

We are recruiting an experienced Fabricator to join a well‑established manufacturing team. This role involves hands‑on fabrication, assembly and finishing of plastic components used across a range of engineered products. Ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, values precision and takes pride in producing high-quality items.

Key Responsibilities

Fabrication & Assembly

• Carry out hands‑on fabrication as part of the production team.
• Fabricate, assemble, rework and repair plastic products using hand tools, power tools and machinery.
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints and work orders.
• Mark out, cut and shape materials such as sheet plastics and fibreglass.
• Operate equipment including presses, forming machines and cutting tools.
• Trim, drill, countersink, grind and finish components to specification.
• Verify dimensions using micrometers, calipers and other precision instruments.
• Fit and assemble parts and hardware using jigs, fixtures and fasteners.
• Apply adhesives, tapes and foams for bonding processes.
• Repair or rework defective parts using various fabrication techniques.

Quality Control

• Ensure all work meets required quality standards.

Teamwork

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the fabrication team.
• Assist with wider production tasks when needed.

Health & Safety

• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and working practices.
• Comply with current risk assessments and method statements.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in plastic process vessel fabrication or similar plastic‑fabrication environments.
• Full driving licence (advantageous for occasional off‑site work).
• Forklift licence – desirable but not essential.
• Strong understanding of technical standards and fabrication codes.
• Confident decision‑making, especially regarding safety and engineering risks.
• Good organisational, planning and time‑management skills.
• Reliable, constructive team player with good communication and integrity.
• Numerate and able to interpret technical documentation.

What We’re Looking For

• Someone with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• A dependable individual with good punctuality and work ethic.
• A team‑focused fabricator who takes pride in high‑quality work.

Measures of Success

• Completing fabrication jobs on schedule to required quality levels.
• Maintaining good working relationships with colleagues and supervisors.
• Demonstrating strong personal organisation and reliability.