Metal Shop Coordinator

Location: Sandy

We are seeking an organised, proactive, and detail-focused Metal Shop Coordinator to support the day-to-day operation of our metal fabrication and machining department. The successful candidate will ensure that workflow, materials, planning, and communication between teams run smoothly, enabling the metal shop to deliver high-quality output safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Working Hours & Benefits

* Monday – Friday, 40 hours,

* Competitive salary depending on experience

* Overtime opportunities

* Company pension scheme

* Training and career progression opportunitie

Key Responsibilities

* Plan, schedule, and prioritise work orders for the metal shop based on production requirements.

* Coordinate workload across fabrication, cutting, machining, welding, and finishing areas.

* Monitor job progress and ensure timely completion of tasks.

* Liaise with production, engineering, and quality teams to clarify

* Ensure all metal stock, consumables, tooling, and fixtures are available when required.

* Raise purchase requests, monitor stock levels, and coordinate with suppliers where necessary.

* Maintain accurate records of materials usage and inventory movements.

* Maintain and update work instructions, and production records.

* Support audits by ensuring documentation accuracy and process adherence.

* Assist with first-off checks and visual inspections to ensure parts meet specifications.

* Report any quality issues to supervisors and ensure corrective actions are followed.

* Support continuous improvement initiatives across the metal shop.

* Act as the communication point between the metal shop and other departments.

* Provide daily updates on production status and capacity.

* Support training and onboarding of new metal shop operatives as required.

Skills & Experience Required

* Previous experience in a manufacturing or metalworking environment (fabrication, machining, welding, cutting, etc.).

* Strong organisational and scheduling skills.

* Ability to interpret engineering drawings and production documentation.

* Understanding of metalworking processes and shop-floor workflows.

* Competent with basic IT systems (Excel, ERP/MRP systems, production planning software)