Plastic Fabricator

Plastic Fabricator
Rate: £20/h

Location:

on site - southampton

Job Description:

We are looking for a Plastic Fabricator to join a busy workshop. This is a hands-on role involving the fabrication, welding, and assembly of plastic pipework, tanks, and vessels using a range of thermoplastic welding and jointing techniques.

Key Responsibilities:

Work from engineering drawings to fabricate plastic components
Cut, prepare, assemble, and weld plastic pipes, sheets, tanks, and vessels
Use hand tools, power tools, and plastic welding equipment
Carry out basic weld testing and inspection
Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Requirements:

Engineering apprenticeship or Level 2/3 engineering qualification (preferred)

Experience with hand and power tools
Ability to read or learn to interpret engineering drawings
Good attention to detail and manual dexterity
Willingness to learn
GCSE Maths and Science desirable but not essential
IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) desirable but not essential
Able to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions
Good oral and written communication skills
Manual dexterity and good eyesight are essential
Accurate and methodical
Mechanical aptitude

Desirable

Experience:

Some understanding of the basic principles of the properties and uses of thermoplastics and thermosetting plastics would be advantageous
A good awareness of using hand tools and hand power tools
Able to learn to operate workshop tools and equipment.

If you are a Plastic Fabricator or have transferable skills and considering your next role, we'd be keen to speak.

Apply now or get in touch for more details