Production Operative - Welding

Northgate Vehicle Hire Careers; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincat is a leading manufacturer of commercial catering equipment based in Lincoln. We seek a Welding Operative to join our Welding department, responsible for TIG welding and fabricating stainless steel components used in our kitchen equipment.

You will read drawings, follow safety standards, and collaborate with production teams to ensure on-time delivery. Join a team focused on quality, precision, and efficiency; the role operates on a 2-on, 2-off roster from 5:00 to 16:50, with opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in TIG welding of stainless steel.
• Ability to read technical welding drawings.
• Knowledge of materials including mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium.
• Good English and numeracy skills.
• Health and safety awareness.
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding on stainless steel to high quality standards.
• Fabricate and finish metal products to engineering specifications.
• Read and interpret welding drawings and fabrication plans.
• Collaborate with production and assembly teams to ensure on-time delivery.
• Operate welding and fabrication machinery safely and efficiently.
• Inspect welded products for standards compliance.
• Meet daily production and utilisation targets.

Skills

TIG welding

Welding & fabrication

Read welding drawings

Teamwork

Health & safety

Attention to detail

Time management

English & numeracy

Tools

Welding equipment

Fabrication machinery

Measuring tools

Job description

Location: Lincoln, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Ref#: 147915

Brand: Lincat

Lincat - Production Operative, Welding

About Us

Lincat is a thriving manufacturing business, one of the world's leading names in commercial catering equipment with over 50 years’ experience delivering world-class innovation and product quality to its extensive customer base. Our company manufactures 50,000 products each year and exports to over 80 countries. At Lincat, quality is at the heart of everything we do, driven by our ongoing investment in research and development and a passionate team dedicated to serving our extensive global customer base. We have great products, great people, and great customers.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Welding Operative to join our team.
Working as a Production Operative in the Welding department, you will be responsible for welding and fabricating stainless steel metalwork used in commercial kitchen and catering equipment. The role requires attention to detail, the ability to read technical welding drawings, and a strong commitment to quality and safety standards.

Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, working on a 2-on, 2-off basis, from 5:00 to 16:50.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Perform TIG welding on stainless steel metalwork to excellent quality standards.
• Fabricate and finish metal products to engineering specifications.
• Read and interpret welding drawings and fabrication plans.
• Work collaboratively with production and assembly teams to ensure on-time delivery.
• Operate welding and fabrication machinery safely and efficiently.
• Inspect welded products to ensure adherence to required standards.
• Ensure daily production and utilisation targets are met consistently.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Reasonable English and Numeracy skills.
• Previous welding and fabrication experience.
• Experience working with TIG welding processes.
• Knowledge of materials including mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium.
• Knowledge of fabrication tools and welding equipment.
• Ability to accurately understand dimensions and measurements.
• Hardworking, loyal and flexible attitude.
• Organisational and time management skills and the ability to assess and manage priorities.
• Communication and interpersonal skills, working effectively within a team.
• Understanding of production processes.
• Understanding of Health and Safety and security procedures.