Fabricator / Welder

MTrec Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable manufacturing company in Gateshead is seeking a skilled Metal Fabricator to join their team. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication / Welding and experience working with stainless steel and aluminium. Responsibilities include precision manufacturing, quality checks, and collaboration with production teams. This position offers competitive hourly remuneration of £15.00 - £16.00 based on experience, along with various benefits including holiday and pension schemes.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday

Benefits package including pension scheme

Biannual bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication / Welding or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a manufacturing or engineering setting.
• Demonstrated experience with stainless steel and aluminium.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing components with precision.
• Conducting quality checks and inspections.
• Collaborating with teams to maintain workflows.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Reading technical drawings

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication / Welding

Job description

MTrec’s new career opportunity

Our client are specialists in their market sector, they are looking for as Metal Fabricator to join them on a permanent basis.

The Job you’ll do

• As a Welder / Fabricator, you will play a crucial role in manufacturing components with the utmost precision.
• You will work with a variety of metals, including stainless steel and aluminium to produce high-quality welded and fabricated components.
• The role requires close collaboration with our production and engineering teams to ensure products meet stringent specifications and quality standards.
• Perform TIG and MIG welding on various metals.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications to fabricate components accurately.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to maintain optimal workflows and meet project deadlines.
• Working with various sections, plate, laser cut and machined components 1-30+ mm thick.
• Conduct quality checks and inspections to ensure all work meets industry and company standards.
• Follow safety guidelines and contribute to a safe working environment.

About You

• Time-served Welder or Fabricator (using MIG or TIG), with a minimum NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication / Welding or equivalent and proven experience in a manufacturing or engineering setting.
• Demonstrated experience with variety of metals including stainless steel and aluminium.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings accurately.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to high-quality work.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills to support collaboration within production.

The Rewards and the Benefits

• Remuneration: £15.00 - £16.00 per hour depending on experience.
• 39 hours over 4 days.
• Overtime at 1½.
• 5 weeks holiday.
• The chance to work with a diverse range of clients and industries.
• The opportunity to make a significant impact within a reputable company.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Benefits package, including pension scheme and biannual bonus scheme subject to the business performance, purchasing and selling of holidays.