Fabricator

JDR are recruiting for a skilled and motivated Fabricator to join the Engineering team at our client in the food production industry based just south of Aberdeen.. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fabricator who enjoys a varied, hands-on role covering fabrication, welding, maintenance support and continuous improvement projects in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

This will be Monday to Sunday 6am to 330pm ( 44 hour week) Time and a half overtime.

What you’ll do

• Carry out fabrication, welding, repair and maintenance work safely and efficiently.
• Complete metal cutting, grinding, drilling, tapping, forming and bending activities.
• Manufacture and modify components to support production and engineering requirements.
• Complete requested repairs and improvement projects, reporting progress to the assigned supervisory engineer.
• Support the Engineering department in meeting budget targets by using materials and replacement parts efficiently.
• Follow the correct accounting and authorisation process when ordering replacement parts.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and housekeeping in the factory, fabrication workshop and associated work areas.
• Ensure hot-work permits and risk assessments are in place before work begins and closed when work is complete.
• Keep steel stores and consumables stocked and replenished.
• Assist with planned preventive maintenance when assigned; role-specific training will be provided.
• Respond to reactive maintenance requirements as part of the wider Engineering team.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.

What you’ll bring

• A time-served apprenticeship and relevant workshop qualifications or equivalent practical experience.
• Practical experience of welding, cutting, grinding, forming and shaping.
• Strong troubleshooting, fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work safely, effectively and confidently under pressure.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work well with colleagues at every level.
• A positive, professional and collaborative approach, with the initiative to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A commitment to good practice, quality products and continuous improvement.
• Alignment with our values: Passion for Food, Ambition, Responsibility and Teamwork.
• FMCG experience is desirable.
• Coded welding qualifications are desirable.

What we offer

• 31 days’ annual leave after probation.
• Annual Holiday Purchase Scheme to purchase additional leave.
• Company Pension Scheme to help you plan for the future.
• Death in Service Benefit for eligible salaried employees.
• Refer a Friend Scheme with rewards of up to £500 for successful referrals to the company
• Free on-site parking and a subsidised on-site canteen.
• Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice schemes.
• Long Service Awards and discounted gym memberships.
• Training and development, with structured onboarding, ongoing learning and career progression opportunities.
• Mentoring and leadership development programmes to support your career growth.
• GroceryAid Employee Assistance Programme, providing free, confidential emotional, practical, financial and legal support, including a 24/7 helpline.
• Financial advice and will writing, including free mortgage advice and a complimentary will-writing service.

Ready to apply?

If you have the practical skills, safety focus and team-first attitude to succeed in this