**Job Title:** Production Fabrication Manager
**Company Background:** Cental, a global designer and manufacturer of Modular Infrastructure.
The position will be based in Carlow Town, County Carlow.
**Job Overview:** We are seeking an experienced Production Manager or Skilled Fabrication Supervisor/Lead to oversee the fabrication and production operations at Cental Engineering, Carlow.
The ideal candidate will manage the daily fabrication activities, ensuring high-quality, on-time delivery of heavy-engineering modular build solutions for the HV and data centre industry.
A critical part of the role involves reviewing designs and drawings to identify potential issues before fabrication begins, minimising errors and rework.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Fabrication Process Management: Oversee daily operations of the fabrication team, ensuring targets for quality, safety, and productivity are consistently met.
* Design & Drawing Review: Collaborate with engineering and design teams to review technical drawings and designs before fabrication begins.
* Problem-Solving from Drawings: Demonstrate the ability to foresee potential fabrication issues by carefully analysing technical documentation and blueprints.
* Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the fabrication team, fostering a culture of open communication, accountability, and continuous improvement.
* Lean Manufacturing: Implement Lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
* Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance: Promote and enforce a strong culture of health, safety, and environmental compliance, ensuring all operations align with QEHS standards and regulations.
* Quality Assurance: Maintain high standards of quality control throughout the fabrication process, conducting reviews and ensuring customer specifications are consistently met.
* Resource and Inventory Management: Ensure efficient use of resources and raw materials, with proper inventory management systems in place to support production and minimise downtime.
**Key Requirements:**
* Experience: Minimum 5+ years experience in production or fabrication management, ideally in heavy engineering or modular build environments.
* Education: Relevant technical or engineering qualification is essential.
* Skills: Ability to read, interpret, and review technical drawings and blueprints to ensure accurate fabrication processes. Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
**What We Offer:**
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunities for career development and progression.
* A dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
* The chance to make a real impact in a growing, innovative company.