TIG Welder

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent opportunity

Day shift 7:00am - 4:45pm

Job summary

Optima UK Inc Ltd in Coventry is seeking an experienced TIG Welder to join a precision aerospace-focused manufacturing team. The role requires welding to engineering drawings with stringent quality standards, in a permanent, day-shift position.

The successful candidate will have strong TIG skills, be adept at interpreting drawings, and demonstrate high accuracy and safety in a manufacturing setting. This is a permanent opportunity within a dedicated aerospace engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Experience welding with TIG on engineered components.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail in a precision environment.
• Experience in a manufacturing/engineering setting.
• Commitment to quality and workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Carry out TIG welding on components per drawings and specs.
• Produce accurate, consistent, high-quality welds.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and welding instructions.
• Prepare materials and components for welding.
• Select appropriate welding techniques and settings.
• Inspect welds to meet quality standards and report defects.
• Maintain clean, organized and safe work area.
• Follow welding procedures and manufacturing instructions.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet production targets.

Skills

TIG welding

Read engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Manufacturing environment experience

Quality-focused

Job description

TIG Welder - Aerospace

Location: Coventry

Commutable from: Coventry, Rugby, Nuneaton, Bedworth, Kenilworth, Hinckley and surrounding areas

Salary: Up to £20.00 per hour, depending on experience

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 4:45pm

Job Type: Permanent

Sector: Aerospace / Precision Engineering

About the Company

An established aerospace engineering business based in Coventry is looking for an experienced TIG Welder to join its skilled manufacturing team.

Working within a precision-focused environment, the business produces components where weld quality, accuracy and attention to detail are essential.

This is an opportunity for a skilled welder to bring their experience into a specialist aerospace environment, working to demanding quality standards and contributing to the manufacture of precision‑engineered components.

The Role

As a TIG Welder, you will be responsible for carrying out high-quality TIG welding work to engineering drawings, specifications and required quality standards.

You’ll need a methodical approach, the ability to produce consistent welds and a strong understanding of working safely within a manufacturing environment.

The role would suit an experienced TIG Welder who takes pride in their workmanship and understands the importance of precision, quality and consistency.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out TIG welding on components in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Produce accurate, consistent, high-quality welds.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and welding instructions.
• Prepare materials and components for welding.
• Select appropriate welding techniques and settings for the job.
• Inspect completed welds to ensure they meet required quality standards.
• Identify and report welding defects or quality issues.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and attention to detail.
• Follow relevant welding procedures and manufacturing instructions.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working area.
• Comply with company quality procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet production schedules and quality targets.

About You

We're looking for an experienced TIG Welder with a strong practical background and a commitment to producing high-quality work.

You should have:

• Previous experience working as a TIG Welder within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong TIG welding skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience preparing components and materials for welding.
• Good understanding of weld quality and defect identification.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• A consistent and methodical approach to work.
• Good understanding of workshop health and safety.
• Experience within aerospace, precision engineering or another quality-critical manufacturing environment would be advantageous.

Key Attributes

• High standards of workmanship.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Quality focused.
• Reliable and conscientious.
• Good practical problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organised and committed to meeting production requirements.
• Takes pride in producing work to specification.

Benefits

• Up to £20.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Day shift working, 7:00am - 4:45pm.
• Permanent opportunity.
• Work within the aerospace engineering sector.
• Opportunity to use and develop your welding skills in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Join an established engineering business where quality and workmanship matter.

Work Location: In person