Plating Supervisor
Supervise and coordinate plating operations to ensure smooth execution of projects and high-quality output. Lead and motivate the plating team, acting as a role model for safety, professionalism, and performance.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Health & Safety
- Enforce all control of work processes including COSHH, Manual Handling, and Confined Space protocols.
- Conduct safety briefings, risk assessments, and toolbox talks specific to plating operations.
- Suspend or restrict activities if safety standards are compromised.
Quality
- Ensure plating activities comply with project specifications and quality plans.
- Coordinate with QA/QC for inspections and documentation (e.g., plating logs, visual inspections).
- Perform in-process checks: alignment, fit-up, bevel angles, root gaps.
- Support root cause analysis for recurring plating defects and drive continuous improvement.
- Promote quality awareness through training and daily engagement.
Technical/Operations
- Provide technical guidance on plating techniques.
- Ensure correct use and maintenance of plating equipment and tooling.
- Track team hours and project progress accurately.
- Identify and mitigate risks related to plating operations.
People Management
- Manage team performance, absence, and development.
- Lead recruitment and onboarding for plating team members.
- Conduct daily toolbox talks and performance reviews.
- Handle disciplinary and grievance procedures where appropriate.
Qualifications
- Apprenticeship or advanced qualification in Fabrication or equivalent experience.
- Previous supervisory experience
- Experienced Plater in a heavy engineering/fabrication industry
- Good people management skills
Additional Information
On Offer
- Competitive base pay
- Company pension
- 31 days holiday
- Life assurance
We are an Opening Doors employer, committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace. Our approach, shaped by our values of service, trust, excellence, agility, dedication, and you, we focus on removing barriers and recognising potential. We are committed to fairness at every stage, including providing reasonable adjustments and actively working to eliminate discrimination.
We believe talent is everywhere, and by widening access to opportunity and welcoming diverse experiences, we aim to create a workplace where every person feels valued and has an equal chance.
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