Full job descriptionJob Specification - Fabrication SupervisorJob TitleFabrication Supervisor
LocationStafford
SalaryUp to £45,000 basic
HoursDay Shift
Monday - Thursday: 7:00am - 4:00pm
Friday: Early finish
OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Fabrication Supervisor to oversee daily workshop operations within a busy engineering and manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will lead a team of welders and fabricators, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and health & safety requirements are consistently achieved.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on supervisor with a strong fabrication and welding background looking to progress within a growing business.
Key Responsibilities*Manage and coordinate day-to-day workshop operations
*Supervise and support a team of welders and fabricators
*Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to engineering specifications
*Read and interpret engineering drawings and fabrication plans
*Allocate workloads and monitor productivity across the shop floor
*Maintain high standards of quality control and workmanship
*Support production planning and delivery schedules
*Order, organise, and manage materials and stock levels
*Ensure compliance with health & safety procedures and company policies
*Assist with training and development of workshop personnel
*Liaise with management and other departments to ensure smooth operations
Experience & Skills Required*Previous experience in a Fabrication Supervisor or Workshop Supervisor role
*Strong fabrication and welding background within an engineering environment
*Experience with mild steel and aluminium fabrication
*Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings
*Strong leadership and team management skills
*Excellent organisational and communication abilities
*Hands-on approach with the ability to lead by example
*Knowledge of health & safety regulations within manufacturing/workshop environments
*Forklift licence or additional engineering qualifications beneficial but not essential
Qualifications*Engineering or fabrication-related qualification preferred
*Welding/fabrication certifications advantageous
Progression OpportunitiesThis role offers excellent long-term progression opportunities within a growing and expanding business structure.
Department StructureReporting directly to the Factory Manager, the Fabrication Supervisor will oversee workshop fabrication staff and coordinate closely with production and engineering teams.
Reason for VacancyBusiness growth and increased workload.