Fabricator (Evening Shift)

ABEC Inc; Kells; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical supplier in Ireland is seeking a skilled Fabricator to join their evening shift. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of fabrication experience and be proficient with hand tools, able to read blueprints, and possess strong problem-solving and communication skills. This role is critical in manufacturing equipment for the biopharmaceutical industry, requiring attention to detail and the ability to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of previous fabrication experience preferred.
• Experience in metalwork/welding for five years or more.
• Must be eligible to work in Ireland.
• Strong math and measurement skills; reading blueprints essential.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate equipment accurately and with procedures.
• Cut, grind, and polish stainless steel.
• Inspect and maintain all shop equipment.
• Ability to travel when required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Proficient with hand tools

Reading blueprints

Education

Senior Trade Certified Fabricator

Tools

Hand tools

Basic fabrication tools

Job description

Fabricator (Evening Shift) - IRELAND

ABEC has been a leading supplier to the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry for over 50 years. ABEC’s unique value is based on combining long experience with the ability to engineer, design, manufacture, commission, qualify, and service the entire bioprocess to reduce overall cost, shorten time to market, and maximise productivity. ABEC’s products include process and equipment engineering/consulting services, comprehensive site services, bioreactors and fermenters, filtration and chromatography systems, prep and hold systems, and cleaning/sterilisation systems.

Position Summary

The Fabricator will follow process instructions and blueprints to assemble components and in conjunction works with other departments to build and repair equipment for the biopharmaceutical industry. Fabricators will have the chance to work in a fast‑paced environment on industry leading equipment.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate equipment accurately and with proper procedures in a timely manner.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in fabrication process.
• Knowledge of all types of hand tools, fabricating equipment, measuring devices.
• Work on stainless steel fabrication, including to but not limited to:
  • Cutting tube
  • Operate hand grinders.
  • Polishing
• NDT/Liquid Penetrate all inside welds on an electro polished vessel.
• Install and maintain utility/service lines.
• Inspect and maintain proper and safe operation of all shop equipment.
• Execute other tasks as assigned.
• Ability to travel when required.

Qualifications

• Education: Senior Trade Certified Fabricator or equivalent experience in Metal Fabrication.
• Work Experience: Two (2) years previous Fabrication experience preferred with Trade Cert or over five (5) in metalwork / welding.
• Must be eligible to work in Ireland.
• Other Requirements:
  • Required to be able to perform simple math equations.
  • Must be able to read a tape measure.
  • Excellent problem‑solving skills.
  • Exceptional verbal communication skills.
  • Must be proficient with the use of hand tools and basic fabrication tools.
  • Self‑motivated.
  • Must be proficient in reading blueprints.
• Typically work is in a manufacturing environment or customer’s site.