Production Assistant

Production Assistant

Part Time: 2/3 days a week

Location: Attleborough

Overview:
Our client, a welding and fabrication company, is seeking an organised individual to support their operations. This role involves managing incoming fabrication jobs, preparing quotations, purchasing materials, and assisting with project coordination. The ideal candidate will have experience working with sheet metal or within a fabrication environment, along with knowledge of AutoCAD.

Key Responsibilities:

• Raising and inputting fabrication jobs onto the system as they are received
• Reviewing drawings and job specifications to ensure all details are accurate
• Preparing and issuing quotations for fabrication work
• Calculating material requirements (e.g. sheet metal, steel sections)
• Sourcing and purchasing materials required for each job
• Liaising with suppliers, workshop staff, and management to ensure smooth workflow
• Maintaining accurate records of jobs, quotes, and purchases
• Assisting with AutoCAD drawings, including reviewing and minor amendments
• Providing general administrative support to the team

Requirements:

• Previous experience in an administrative or coordination role within a fabrication, welding, or sheet metal environment
• Understanding of sheet metal, fabrication processes, and materials
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD
• Experience preparing quotations and purchasing materials
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Good communication skills