Production Welder

Mane Contract Services; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent contract services company in Dunstable seeks a skilled TIG Welder for the Day Shift. You will manufacture and weld assemblies, adhering to high-quality Aerospace standards. The ideal candidate will have experience with Titanium and Inconel, strong communication skills, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings. This is a permanent role, 37 hours per week with a focus on continuous improvement and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and work to weld data cards and specifications.
• Experience operating welding chambers (Glove Box).
• Experience operating turntables controlled by foot pedals.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture welded assemblies to engineering drawings and route card requirements.
• Contribute ideas for process improvements and cost reductions.
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Strong understanding of quality standards

Proven ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Experience welding Titanium, Inconel, and Stainless Steel

Competence with precision measuring equipment

Proven team player with effective communication skills

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled TIG Welder to join our team on the Day Shift at our Dunstable facility. In this role, you will be responsible for manufacturing and welding a variety of assemblies to high-quality Aerospace standards. You will work from engineering drawings and route cards to deliver precision components and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop.

Contract: Permanent - 37 hours per week

Rotation: Monday to Thursday (Day Shift)

Schedule: 6am to 3:45pm or 7am to 4:45pm

Experience: TIG Welder

Core Responsibilities

• Production & Quality: Manufacture welded assemblies to engineering drawings and route card requirements
• Maintain Operator Verification Approval stamps
• Work efficiently to achieve agreed production and quality standards
• Continuous Improvement & Housekeeping: Contribute ideas for process improvements and cost reductions
• Support the introduction of new techniques and methods of working
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment in accordance with company standards
• Compliance & Safety: Follow all company procedures and specifications
• Be conversant with relevant AWPS and operating procedures
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Fire policies and attend required training
• Teamwork: Foster a positive and flexible team working attitude
• Support colleagues to meet production targets

Role Requirements

Essential Skills & Experience

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Ability to read and work to weld data cards and specifications
• Strong understanding of quality standards and ability to achieve targets
• Proven ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Proven team player with effective communication skills
• Experience operating welding chambers (Glove Box)
• Experience operating turntables controlled by foot pedals
• Competence with precision measuring equipment
• Experience welding Titanium, Inconel, and Stainless Steel

Desirable

• Previous experience working in the aerospace industry
• Operator verification experience

If you are a motivated TIG Welder with high attention to detail and a passion for quality workmanship, we would love to hear from you