Production Technician - TIG Welder

KCJ Care & Wellbeing Ltd; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturing firm located in Abingdon is seeking experienced TIG Welders for permanent roles focused on precision aluminium welding. Candidates will perform high-quality welding in compliance with regulatory codes and contribute to pressure vessel fabrication. The position offers a supportive work environment and excellent benefits including a company pension, life insurance, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

On-site and free parking

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Health & wellbeing programme

Sick pay

Company events

Qualifications

• Skilled in TIG welding with substantial manufacturing/fabrication experience.
• Knowledge of MIG welding is advantageous.
• Must have right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality TIG welding on aluminium according to specifications.
• Support non-welding tasks such as forming, grinding, and operating overhead cranes.
• Contribute to the fabrication of pressure vessels and complex assemblies.

Skills

Stick/MMA welding

4G/6G welding positions

MIG welding knowledge

Attention to detail

Interpreting engineering drawings

Education

Qualifications in Dye Penetrant, CSWIP, or PCN2

Job description

Our client is a recognised leader in the design and production of pressure vessels and MRI scanners. With a team of 100+ highly skilled professionals, they continually innovate, investing in the latest technologies and processes to exceed customer expectations.

We pride ourselves on providing an inclusive and supportive environment where continuous improvement and professional growth are encouraged.

We are looking for experienced TIG Welders to join the team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a highly skilled manufacturing environment, focusing on precision aluminium welding to accredited regulatory codes.

Skills

• Skilled in Stick/MMA welding
• Competent in 4G/6G welding positions
• Knowledge of MIG welding is advantageous
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to interpret engineering drawings and WPS documents

Experience

• Confident in TIG welding with substantial manufacturing/fabrication experience
• Previous experience with pressure vessels highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality TIG welding on aluminium in line with Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS)
• Carry out Stick/MMA welding where required
• Weld in 4G/6G positions according to coded procedures
• Support non-welding tasks such as forming, grinding, and operating overhead cranes
• Contribute to the fabrication of pressure vessels and complex assemblies
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and quality

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Dye Penetrant, CSWIP, or PCN2 are a plus

*Must have right To Work in the UK - This is a non-sponsorship role*

Job Benefits

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site and free parking
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Sick pay
• Company events