Welder

Regional Recruitment; East Goscote; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available

Fridays off

Progression opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Regional Recruitment Ltd based in Leicester is seeking an experienced MIG Welder to join a market leading sheet metal company. The role involves welding, fabrication to engineering drawings, and maintaining high quality standards at all times.

The position is permanent, full-time with an afternoon shift pattern: Monday to Wednesday 2:00pm–12:00am, Thursday 2:00pm–11:30pm, Friday off. Overtime, training and development opportunities are also available.

Qualifications

• MIG welding experience required
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience with mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium
• Ability to produce high quality welds to specification
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Reliable, punctual and motivated

Responsibilities

• Carrying out MIG welding on a range of sheet metal fabrications
• Fabricating components in line with engineering drawings and customer specifications
• Ensuring all finished products meet company quality standards
• Operating welding and fabrication equipment safely and efficiently
• Inspecting completed work for accuracy and weld quality
• Supporting production targets while maintaining high workmanship standards
• Reporting any quality or production issues to the Supervisor
• Working collaboratively with the fabrication team to meet deadlines
• Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times

Skills

MIG welding

Sheet metal fabrication

Reading drawings

Welding to spec

Health & safety

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Formal welding/fabrication qualifications

Job description

MIG Welder

Leicester | £15 - £17 p/h (DOE) Permanent, Full-Time

Are you an experienced MIG Welder looking for your next opportunity?

Regional Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced MIG Welder to join a market leading sheet metal company based in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a growing organisation, manufacturing high-quality sheet metal fabrications to engineering drawings while maintaining excellent quality and production standards.

What's on Offer:

• £15 - £17 per hour (DOE)
• Overtime available
• Supportive working environment
• Opportunity to progress within the company
• Ongoing training and development
• Fridays off
• Permanent afternoon shift: Monday - Wednesday: 2:00pm - 12:00am Thursday: 2:00pm - 11:30pm Friday: Off

Qualifications

Essential:

• Previous MIG welding experience
• Sheet metal fabrication experience
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience working with mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium
• Ability to produce high-quality welds to specification
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good understanding of workshop health and safety procedures
• Reliable, punctual, and motivated with a strong work ethic

Desirable:

• Formal welding or fabrication qualifications
• Previous experience within a sheet metal manufacturing environment
• Experience using fabrication equipment and hand tools
• Ability to carry out basic quality inspections
• Forklift truck licence
• Experience working to production targets and deadlines
• Full UK driving licence

Roles & Responsibilities

• Carrying out MIG welding on a range of sheet metal fabrications
• Fabricating components in line with engineering drawings and customer specifications
• Ensuring all finished products meet company quality standards
• Operating welding and fabrication equipment safely and efficiently
• Inspecting completed work for accuracy and weld quality
• Supporting production targets while maintaining a high standard of workmanship
• Reporting any quality or production issues to the Supervisor
• Working collaboratively with the fabrication team to meet deadlines
• Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times

Requirements

• Maintain a clean and organised work area at all times
• Carry out routine maintenance and daily checks on equipment
• Handle materials safely and responsibly
• Demonstrate flexibility to support production requirements when needed
• Maintain excellent attendance and timekeeping

About Regional Recruitment

This position is being advertised by Regional Recruitment Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency established in 2008. We specialise in permanent, temporary, and contract opportunities across the Commercial, Construction, Industrial, Technology, and Engineering sectors.