Fabricator

Overview – Kepak Group

Kepak is a global food company serving international retailers and food service household names with prime cuts of meat, on trend food concepts and ready-for-market convenience foods. Our meat is sourced primarily from quality assured farms and our beef and lamb are pasture-grazed for most of the year. Be it fresh meat crafted by our master butchers (such as McIntosh Donald and St. Merryn) or our famous brands (such as Rustler’s, Big Al’s and John Stone), we offer a total foodservice solution with the premium quality our customers demand.

Role Purpose

To maintain continuous production and improve efficiencies safely through effectively implementing maintenance repairs and responding in a timely manner to breakdown repairs. Ensure continuous improvement methodologies are applied that improves the operational function.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To maintain Health & Safety rules and regulations.
• To identify potential hazards/risks to the Health & Safety Manager/responsible person upon discovery.
• To ensure all requested repairs & improvement projects are completed and reported back to your assigned supervisory engineer.
• To assist the Engineering department in achieving its budget targets through the efficient use of materials and replacement parts.
• To follow the correct accounting/authorisation process when ordering replacement parts.
• Maintain and improve standards of hygiene and housekeeping in all areas of the factory including the Engineering Fabrication workshop & associated workshops / areas.
• Ensure all Hot Work Permits and Risk assessments are in place and closed off after work has been completed.
• Ensure steel stores / consumables are kept stocked and replenished as required.
• Assist with routine PPM when assigned (specific training will be provided) and take part in reactive work as part of the wider engineering team.
• Maintenance and repairs: o Welding TIG, ARC, MIG o Cutting & Grinding o Metal Forming / Bending o Drilling and Tapping o Measurements / Math’s Accuracy / Trigonometry o Fabrication ideas and development / solutions o Construct fabrication Drawings o Transfer best practice to further the development and performance of the engineering function.
• To be aware of and adhere to all Company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Commitment to Company Values; Passion for food, Ambition, Responsibility and Teamwork
• Passion for Food at forefront of day-to-day performance
• Ambition to develop self to achieve personal and business goals
• Responsibility for positive contribution to business
• Teamwork across all levels, departments and teams, willing to go the extra mile
• Welding / Cutting / Grinding / Forming / Shaping
• Workshop qualifications and Experience
• Time served apprenticeship
• Good trouble shooting and fault resolution experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate team skills with a positive attitude and professional approach
• FMCG experience (desirable)
• Coded welding Qualifications (desirable)
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiating skills essential
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Capable of making sound business suggestions
• Ability to work effectively and confidently under pressure
• Commitment to good practice and quality products
• Communicate well in written and oral form with multi-nationals on all levels
• Ability to multitask and work under own initiative to deliver to deadlines
• Relationship builder with influencing skills

Benefits

• 31 days annual leave per year (after probation).
• Annual Holiday Purchase Scheme - Need a little more time off? Purchase additional annual leave.
• Company Pension Scheme - Helping you plan for the future with access to our company pension scheme.
• Death in Service Benefit - Eligible salaried employees are covered by our Death in Service benefit, providing financial support and peace of mind for your loved ones.
• Refer a Friend Scheme - Earn up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to join Kepak.
• Free On-Site Parking - Our site has dedicated staff parking, available free of charge for all colleagues.
• Subsidised On-Site Canteen - Enjoy a variety of freshly prepared hot meals and food options at reduced prices in our on-site canteen.
• Cycle to Work Scheme - Save money on a new bike and cycling equipment through our salary sacrifice scheme.
• Electric Vehicle Scheme - Access an electric vehicle through our salary sacrifice scheme.
• Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and celebrate the loyalty, dedication and valuable contributions of our long-serving colleagues.
• Discounted Gym Memberships - Support your health and wellbeing with access to discounted gym memberships.
• Training and Development - We are committed to helping you grow your career through structured onboarding, regular online and in-person training, and clear opportunities for career progression.
• Mentoring and Leadership Development Programmes - Whether you're looking to build new skills or take the next step in your career, our mentoring and leadership development programmes are designed to help you reach your full potential.
• GroceryAid Employee Assistance Programme - Free and confidential emotional, practical and financial support for all Kepak colleagues, including access to counselling, mental health support, legal guidance and a 24/7 confidential helpline.
• Financial Advice & Will Writing -  Access free mortgage advice and a complimentary will writing service as part of your employee benefits package.