Salary: £14.50 – £15.80 per hour (£30,160 – £32,864 per annum DOE)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (1-hour unpaid lunch break), with overtime available
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Our client, a well-established family-run engineering manufacturer based on the outskirts of Bury St Edmunds, is looking to recruit an experienced Welder / Fabricator to join their growing team on a permanent basis.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business that manufactures high-quality engineered products, offering long-term job security, overtime opportunities and a supportive working environment.
Duties will include:
* MIG welding and fabricating a range of steel components and assemblies.
* Working with materials ranging from 1.5mm sheet metal through to heavy gauge box section and plate.
* Reading and interpreting engineering drawings to produce accurate fabrications.
* Producing high-quality welds in line with company quality standards.
* Using a variety of fabrication tools and workshop equipment.
* Working closely with the production team to achieve daily and weekly manufacturing targets.
* Carrying out quality checks to ensure all finished work meets specification.
* Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.
* Following all Health & Safety procedures and company policies.
The ideal candidate will have:
* Previous MIG welding and fabrication experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
* The ability to produce clean, consistent welds on materials ranging from 1.5mm to 20mm.
* Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
* Good fabrication skills and the ability to work accurately with minimal supervision.
* A strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality workmanship.
* A positive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* TIG welding experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
Benefits:
* 31 days holiday including Bank Holidays.
* Christmas shutdown.
* Production bonus scheme.
* Enhanced overtime rates.
* Company sick pay.
* Healthcare benefits.
* Free onsite parking.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* Long-term career prospects within a growing family-run business
Salary description
£15.00 - £16.00 per year