Welder

Wiltech Acoustics Ltd; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive and qualified Welder to join their friendly and professional team. This role involves welding metal components using MIG techniques, interpreting engineering drawings, and ensuring high-quality standards. The company prides itself on maintaining a supportive work environment while adhering to safety protocols. If you have a passion for metalworking and a commitment to quality, this opportunity offers a unique chance to contribute to exciting projects in a family-run business that values its employees.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a welder with strong mechanical knowledge.
• Proficient in MIG welding and capable of reading engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Weld metal components according to engineering specifications.
• Inspect finished products for quality and make adjustments as needed.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Mechanical knowledge

Metalworking processes

Power tools operation

Basic math skills

Tools

Welding equipment

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description

Welder

Wiltech Acoustics is proudly part of The Wilmott Group and is a leading generator specialist that provides solutions, maintenance, sales and hire to customers across the UK. We are a family owned and run business and truly hold our values at the heart of everything we do offering a unique and friendly place of work; whilst maintaining the highest of professional standards.

We currently have vacancies for a proactive and qualified Welder to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Weld metal components according to engineering specifications
• Responsible for carrying out all types of MIG welding to high standards using engineering drawings and jig arrangements.
• Operate power tools and hand tools to cut, shape, and assemble metal parts
• Deposit welds that pass both visual and NDE examinations
• Be able to read and understand weld symbols on engineering drawings provided
• Adhering to all SHE related standards associated with welding, including fume control
• Inspect finished products for quality and make necessary adjustments or repairs
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a welder or similar role - at least 5 years’ experience
• Strong mechanical knowledge and understanding of metalworking processes
• Proficient in welding techniques, including stick welding
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements
• Familiarity with power tools, hand tools, and equipment used in metal fabrication
• Basic math skills for measuring and calculating dimensions accurately
• Ability to assemble fabricated parts into finished products
• Experience in 2G Flat / 3G Vertical / 4F Overhead welding is required.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities or requirements.