Location: Somerset
Salary: £20 - 25 per hour
Contract Type: Permanent
About the Company
Job Responsibilities
Carry out MIG/MAG and other specified welding processes in accordance with approved procedures.
Fabricate components and assemblies to engineering drawings, weld symbols, specifications and tolerances.
Complete welding on structural, mechanical and fabricated components.
Prepare, fit, tack and accurately weld components prior to final welding.
Work strictly to approved drawings, specifications, welding procedures and work instructions.
Check dimensions, alignment, weld appearance and overall workmanship.
Identify and report defects, discrepancies or non-conforming materials/components.
Rework defective welds or assemblies in accordance with authorised instructions.
Ensure completed work meets required quality, safety, integrity and traceability standards.
Work effectively with fabrication, machining, assembly, engineering and quality teams.
Minimise rework, scrap and unnecessary material usage.
Maintain high standards of housekeeping and 5S within the workshop.
Skills & Qualifications
Ability to operate and maintain welding equipment.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols and technical specifications.
Good knowledge of metals and their properties under heat.
Understanding of quality standards and manufacturing requirements.
Knowledge of design and development.
Experience working within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
Recognised and current welding certification, such as ISO, BS, City & Guilds, NVQ or another recognised industry standard.
Candidates who are not currently coded but have suitable experience may be considered for training and qualification.
Summary
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Coded Welder / Fabricator to join a growing engineering and manufacturing business in a hands-on workshop role. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality welded and fabricated components while working to engineering drawings, specifications and strict quality and safety requirements.
