MIG Welder

TN United Kingdom; Ferryhill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled MIG welder to join their team in Ferryhill. This role involves working with a variety of materials and thicknesses, including aluminium and stainless steel. The successful candidate will have at least 24 months of welding experience and be confident in reading engineering drawings and interpreting weld symbols. With a structured shift pattern and competitive pay rates, this position offers a great opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about welding and eager to take on new challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Overtime pay

Consultation for shift changes

Qualifications

• Confident MIG welder with at least 24 months of experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and weld symbols.

Responsibilities

• Weld using various materials including aluminium and stainless steel.
• Work on mild steel jobs and interpret weld symbols accurately.

Skills

MIG Welding

Reading Engineering Drawings

Interpreting Weld Symbols

Free Hand Welding

Using Jigs and Fixtures

Education

24 months welding experience

Job description

Starting on dayshift for induction and training before moving onto a 2-shift rotation, this person must be a confident MIG welder able to read engineering drawings without assistance.

Duties

1. The work ranges from day to day using many different material types and thicknesses ranging from 1mm – 10mm aluminium & 1mm – 3mm stainless steel.
2. There may also be the need to work on mild steel jobs ranging from 1mm – 20mm.
3. The candidate should have at least 24 months welding experience in sheet metal or similar type environment.
4. Must be comfortable reading and interpreting weld symbols.
5. Must be able to work free hand as well as using jigs and fixtures.

• 38.5 hours per week
• Overtime paid at 1.5 of day rate Mon – Sat, 2.0 of day rate for Sunday
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays – paid hourly
• We reserve the right to move to 3 shifts, with consultation

Additional Information

Hours of work:
Monday-Thursday 8.00-17.00 & Friday 8.00-12.30
2 shift pattern – Mon-Thur 14.30-23.00 Fri 12.30-19.00
AND Mon-Thur 6.00-14.30 Fri 6.00-12.30

Rates of pay:
• Days – £14.00
• 2 shift – £16.80