Don’t miss this great opportunity for an experienced Skilled Plastic Fabricator to join a friendly, well-established manufacturing business in Leeds.
Skilled Plastic Fabricator
Leeds, LS9
Full Time, Permanent
38 hours per week
Salary: £14.60 per hour, rising after probation
Please note: You must be authorised to work in the UK.
Our client is a small manufacturing business specialising in plastic and acrylic fabrication, producing high-quality sheet plastic components. They are looking for a skilled Plastic Fabricator to join their production team.
Responsible for fabricating high-quality acrylic and plastic components using a range of fabrication techniques, requiring a basic proficiency with hand and power tools and the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications, while contributing to the production of durable products and ensuring precision and adherence to safety standards.
Responsibilities
*Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications for plastic fabrication projects
*Measure, cut, shape, and assemble plastic materials (e.g. acrylic, polycarbonate, PVC) to precise requirements
*Use fabrication techniques such as heat bending, bonding, machining, forming, and polishing
*Operate workshop machinery including table saws, routers, polishers, and other fabrication equipment
*Carry out finishing work such as sanding, polishing, and edge finishing to a high standard
*Complete quality checks to ensure all parts meet required tolerances and specifications
*Carry out basic maintenance of tools and equipment in a workshop environment
*Identify and resolve minor fabrication or production issues as they arise
*Work closely with the production team to meet deadlines and maintain quality standards
You will have:
*Preferred experience in plastic fabrication, manufacturing, production, or workshop environments
*Experience working with materials such as acrylic, polycarbonate, PVC, and other sheet plastics
*Knowledge of fabrication processes including cutting, bonding, heat bending, machining, and finishing
*Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and measurements accurately
*Good mechanical aptitude with experience using hand and power tools
*Basic maths skills for measurements and calculation
* Ability to work independently and follow safety and quality procedures
*Experience with CNC machines, laser cutting, or general engineering/assembly work would be an advantage
Other suitable skills and experience include: Plastic Fabricator, Acrylic Fabrication, Sheet Plastics, Manufacturing, Production Operative, Workshop Technician, Fabrication Technician, Engineering, Industrial Manufacturing, CNC, Laser Cutting, Assembly, Mechanical Engineering, Hand Tools, Power Tools, Technical Drawings, Polycarbonate, PVC, Precision Manufacturing
How to apply:
If you enjoy hands-on manufacturing work and are looking for a role in plastic fabrication, we’d like to hear from you.
Click "apply" today and check your inbox for an email with details on how to complete your application and submit any supporting documents.
You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies, please.