Production Operator

Proactive Personnel Ltd; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fabrication and welding is seeking a skilled Production Operator. The role requires extensive experience in TIG and MIG welding, with responsibilities including steel fabrication, installation, and repair work. Offering career advancement and a supportive team environment, this position also requires a proactive approach and good communication skills.

Benefits

Career Advancement

Team Environment

Varied Work

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in a similar role.
• Strong technical skills combined with practical know-how.
• Knowledge of Quality, Health and Safety, and COSHH.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG and MIG welding on mild and stainless steel.
• Interpretation of sketches and engineering drawings.
• Measure, cut, bend, and weld steel components.

Skills

TIG welding

MIG welding

Communication

Team Collaboration

Initiative

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication/Welding

Job description

Location: Sittingbourne

Qualifications Required: NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication/Welding or similar qualification

Main Purpose

We are seeking a skilled Production Operator to join our clients team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fabrication and welding duties with a strong emphasis on quality. TIG and MIG welding experience is preferable.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabrication and Welding: Perform TIG and MIG welding on mild steel and stainless steel for various systems and clients.
• Interpretation of Documentation: Read, interpret, and fabricate from sketches, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, weld symbols, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures.
• Steel Construction Layout: Efficiently lay out steel construction with a high degree of accuracy prior to welding.
• Component Handling: Measure, cut, bend, and weld steel components for construction.
• Installation and Repair: Include installation and repair works as part of your duties.
• Trial Period: Complete a trial period successfully to secure permanent employment.

Key Tasks and Abilities

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a similar role.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively as part of a small, well-established team and with other trades.
• Technical and Practical Skills: Strong technical skills combined with practical know-how, with a willingness to pass on skills and knowledge.
• Initiative and Teamwork: Ability to work to timescales, using own initiative both individually and as part of a team.
• Positive Attitude: A positive and proactive approach is crucial.
• Communication: Good communication skills are essential.
• Supervisory Experience: Supervisory experience is an advantage but not required. Opportunities for career advancement will arise based on skill set and leadership qualities.
• Quality, Health and Safety, and COSHH Knowledge: Candidates are expected to have a broad skill base and knowledge of these areas.

Benefits

• Career Advancement: Opportunities for career progression based on performance and leadership qualities.
• Team Environment: Work within a supportive and established team.
• Varied Work: Engage in diverse projects and tasks, ensuring no two days are the same.
• Working Monday Friday on either early shift of 6am-2:15pm or late shift of 1:30pm-12am.

We look forward to welcoming a new member to our client's team!