MIG Welder Fabricator

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great work-life balance

Permanent role

Pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Uniform/PPE provided

Regular team events

Job summary

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd in Coventry is seeking a skilled MIG Welder / Fabricator to join our established manufacturing client. You will fabricate from drawings and MIG-weld mild steel, stainless, and aluminium as part of batch production.

You will read engineering drawings, set up and use shop equipment, and ensure welds meet high-quality standards while maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

Qualifications

• Experience as MIG Welder / Fabricator in sheet metal or fabrication environments.
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings.
• Experience with mild steel; stainless or aluminium is a plus.
• Proficient with workshop tools (grinders, drills, saws, measuring tools).
• TIG welding is an advantage but not essential.

Responsibilities

• MIG weld and fabricate mild steel, stainless, and light structural components.
• Interpret engineering drawings accurately for fabrication.
• Set up and operate fabrication shop equipment (guillotines, saws, drills, power tools).
• Self-inspect welds against tight tolerances and quality standards.
• Assist with prototypes and high-volume batch runs as required.
• Maintain a safe, clean workspace according to HSE guidelines.

Skills

MIG welding

Fabrication

Reading drawings

Mild steel

Stainless steel

Power tools

Detail oriented

TIG optional

Tools

Guillotines

Saws

Drills

Power tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

MIG Welder / Fabricator

Location: Coventry, West Midlands

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 4:30pm | Friday: 7:30am - 12:30pm (39 Hours / Week + Early Friday Finish)

Salary: £15 per hour + Overtime Available

About the Company

We are a well-established, family-owned manufacturing business with decades of experience delivering premier metal fabrication, precision welding, and sheet metal work across the UK. Operating from a modern facility in Coventry, we combine skilled craftsmanship with continuous investment in cutting-edge machinery—including state-of-the-art fibre lasers, CNC press brakes, and punch machines. We pride ourselves on our high standards, friendly team culture, and strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Due to continued growth and expanding batch production schedules, we are now seeking an experienced MIG Welder / Fabricator to join our dedicated team.

The Role

As a MIG Welder / Fabricator, you will play a crucial role in producing high-quality sheet metal fabrications, bespoke assemblies, and batch production components. Working from engineering drawings, you will fabricate, tack, and MIG weld a variety of light to medium gauge assemblies using mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium.

Key Responsibilities

• High-standard MIG welding and fabrication of mild steel, stainless steel, and light structural/sheet metal components.
• Reading and accurately interpreting engineering, fabrication, and assembly drawings.
• Setting up, preparing, and operating standard fabrication shop machinery (guillotines, saws, drills, power tools, jigs).
• Performing self-inspection of completed welds and fabrications against tight tolerances and quality standards.
• Assisting with prototype development and high-volume batch runs as required.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized workspace in accordance with HSE guidelines.

About You

We are looking for a reliable, quality-focused fabricator who takes pride in clean, precise welding and strong structural fabrications.

Required Experience & Skills

• Proven experience as a MIG Welder / Fabricator in a subcontract or sheet metal/fabrication environment.
• Strong ability to read and work independently from technical drawings.
• Solid background working with mild steel (experience with stainless steel or aluminium is a plus).
• Competent in the use of standard workshop tools (angle grinders, drills, saws, measuring equipment).
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work right first time.
• TIG welding capability is an advantage, but not strictly essential.

What We Offer

• Great Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an early 12:30pm finish every Friday!
• Job Security: Permanent position within a stable, growing business with a strong pipeline of work.
• Modern Working Environment: Work alongside a supportive team using up-to-date equipment and technology.
• Benefits: Pension scheme, free on-site parking, uniform/PPE provided, and regular team events.