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Fabrication & Assembly Supervisor
Manufacturer – Steel Security Doors
Location: County Durham
Salary: £39,870
Hours: 39 per week
- Monday–Thursday: 08:00–16:30
- Friday: 08:00–15:30
- 30-minute lunch break each day
About the Company
This well-established manufacturer of steel security doors takes pride in being solutions-focused, with a strong culture of collaboration to ensure the highest levels of client satisfaction. Many employees have been with the company for 10–15+ years, a testament to the supportive and friendly working environment on offer.
The Role
As Fabrication & Assembly Supervisor, you will be part of the Manufacturing & Fabrication Department, producing bespoke steel security doors and associated hardware. The role involves supervising a small team of four operatives as well as carrying out basic welding, fabrication, and assembly tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and support a team of 4 operatives in fabrication and assembly
- Carry out welding, general fabrication, and assembly duties
- Ensure quality standards and dimensional accuracy are consistently met
- Interpret and work from manufacturing drawings and specifications
- Plan and organise workflow to meet production deadlines
- Maintain good housekeeping and ensure safe workshop practices
Skills & Experience Required
- Previous supervisory experience in an assembly or workshop environment
- Strong planning and organisational skills
- Hands-on workshop/sheet metal fabrication experience
- Proficient with hand tools (grinding, cutting, drilling)
- Skilled in reading and understanding manufacturing drawings
- Confident in using measuring equipment for accuracy
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to follow work instructions and standard operating procedures
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, can-do attitude
- Reliable with excellent timekeeping and attendance
Desirable:
- Knowledge of stock control/warehousing
- Forklift truck licence
- Full UK driving licence
- Experience with ISO9001 quality systems
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary
- 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
Hiring Process
- Initial chat/Teams meeting with Rachel Scott (Lemon Drizzle Recruitment).
- If suitable, you’ll be put forward to the client for a face-to-face interview with Workshop Manager.
