Mig Welder

Winner Recruitment; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension

Healthcare cash plan

On-site parking

Life assurance

Staff discount

Cycle to Work

Employee referral scheme

Job summary

Winner Recruitment is recruiting experienced MIG Welders for a permanent role in Barnsley. The position offers a guaranteed starting salary and an OTE package with overtime and bonuses in a modern manufacturing facility.

You will produce high-quality welded components, read engineering drawings, and work as part of a skilled production team. Competitive benefits accompany this full-time role with clear career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in MIG welding and fabrication.
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings.
• TIG welding experience would be advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out MIG welding and fabrication of mild steel components.
• Manufacture products to engineering drawings and company quality standards.
• Operate welding equipment and automated manufacturing machinery where required.
• Use jigs and assembly fixtures to produce consistent, high-quality components.
• Carry out visual quality inspections to ensure finished products meet specification.
• Work safely and efficiently within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area while adhering to all health and safety procedures.

Skills

MIG welding

Read drawings

Attention to detail

Tools

Jigs & fixtures

Job description

Welder

Location

Location: Barnsley
Salary: OTE £36,150 - £41,060 per year
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

Winner Recruitment is working with a leading manufacturing business in Barnsley to recruit experienced MIG Welders to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent role with a well-established manufacturer that offers structured career progression, excellent earning potential through overtime and bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Working within a modern manufacturing facility, you\'ll be responsible for producing high-quality welded and fabricated components to company standards while working as part of a skilled production team.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out MIG welding and fabrication of mild steel components.


• Manufacture products to engineering drawings and company quality standards.


• Operate welding equipment and automated manufacturing machinery where required.


• Use jigs and assembly fixtures to produce consistent, high-quality components.


• Carry out visual quality inspections to ensure finished products meet specification.


• Work safely and efficiently within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.


• Maintain a clean and organised work area while adhering to all health and safety procedures.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience in MIG welding and fabrication.


• Experience working with mild steel.


• The ability to read and work from engineering drawings.


• Experience using jigs and assembly fixtures.


• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality work.


• 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.

Working Hours

Day Shift

• Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:30pm


• Friday: 7:30am - 1:30pm

OR

Rotating Shifts

• Monday to Thursday: 6:00am - 2:00pm / 2:00pm - 10:00pm


• Friday: 6:00am - 11:30am / 11:30am - 5:00pm

A shift allowance of 15% is paid on the rotating shift pattern.

Salary

• Guaranteed starting salary of £36,150 per annum


• OTE of £36,150 - £41,060


• Overtime paid at enhanced rates:
  
  
  
  • Time and a half
  
  
  • Double time
  
  


• Monthly performance bonus


• Structured pay progression based on skills and development

Benefits

• Permanent, full-time position


• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service


• Annual company bonus


• Company pension with employer contribution


• Healthcare cash plan (including dental and optical)


• Life assurance


• Discounted gym membership


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Employee referral scheme


• Staff discount programme


• Free on-site parking


• On-site canteen and changing facilities


• Subsidised refreshments


• Full PPE and workwear provided

If you\'re an experienced MIG Welder looking to join a successful manufacturing business that invests in its people and offers genuine long-term career opportuni