Plater/Fabricator

Plater/Fabricator

Hyde, Stockport

Up to £40,000

Full Time, Permanent

Job Purpose

Join a market leading component manufacturer, supplying critical components into Water, Wastewater, Oil & Gas, and Fire Protection. Carry out plating operations with precision and efficiency, ensuring high-quality output and timely delivery of fabricated fittings. While fabrication and welding tasks may be required, the core focus of this role is plating.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform plating operations to a high standard, ensuring consistency and quality across all components
• Support customer delivery targets by maintaining timely completion of plated fittings in line with service offers
• Maintain excellent product quality throughout all plating and fabrication processes
• Read and interpret technical drawings to understand plating and fabrication requirements

Assist with fabrication tasks including:

• MIG weld tacking, seam welding, and grinding (as needed)
• Rolling of flat bar and T bar
• Operating guillotine and auto-feed saw
• Using punch press and radial arm drill
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with colleagues
• Ensure full compliance with company policies and procedures

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a plating role within a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• Familiarity with fabrication and welding techniques
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings
• Competence in operating metalworking machinery
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance