McElmeel Mobility Services - Lead Fabricator

• Leading, training, and developing the fabrication team,
• Ensuring a safe, compliant, and well-organised workshop environment,
• Checking incoming parts for quality and quantity & reporting any issues to engineering/procurement,
• Responsible for ensuring parts sent for plating/powder-coating are stamped and quality checked,
• Managing stock levels through using stock management system, and weekly cycle counts,
• Ensuring production targets and quality standards are met,
• Managing job priorities and day-to-day workflow within the fabrication team,
• Communicating effectively with various departments to maintain workflow and prevent delays,
• Identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities across fabrication processes,
• Managing attendance, timekeeping and performance within the team,
• Carrying out welding and fabrication work to a high standard.

• Proven experience as a welder/fabricator producing work to a high standard, 
• Previous experience in a supervisory or team leader position, ideally leading a small team in a manufacturing environment,
• Strong communication and leadership skills,
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings,
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail,
• Committed to quality and safe working practices,
• Forward thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving and performance improvements,
• IT proficient,
• Experience  using stock management systems is advantageous,
• Previous experience operating a welding robotic arm is advantageous

• A respected, third-generation family business established in 1950
• A company built on innovation, quality, and exceptional customer service
• Work that directly improves the lives of disables drivers and passengers
• A supportive, collaborative environment where your ideas are valued
• Long-term stability with a market-leading employer