Welder

Morson Talent; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Welder for a full-time role in Peterlee, North East. You will work in a manufacturing environment for Caterpillar Articulated Trucks. The position offers competitive pay rates, opportunities for overtime, and various employee benefits, including potential permanent placement. Candidates must have welding experience, particularly with MIG, and relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Paid holidays

Monthly performance bonus

Full induction and ongoing training

Qualifications

• Must have experience working on build/welding fixtures to tight tolerances.
• Accustomed to modern practices, including following standard work procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct welding tasks following safety protocols.
• Work in a quality-driven manufacturing environment.

Skills

Experience with MIG welding

Ability to work independently and in a team

Attention to safety procedures

Experience with manual lifting

Education

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Overview

WELDER

Location- Peterlee (North East)

Type of role - Full time ongoing

Salary - £18.80-£37.60/hr plus performance related bonus and overtimes

Assignment

You will be placed on an assignment into Caterpillar Articulated Trucks, Peterlee in a challenging and quality driven manufacturing environment. Caterpillar Peterlee is the worldwide source of Cat Articulated Trucks, currently producing 7 variants used in many industries including mining, construction and aggregates. The facility uses the latest computer analysis techniques, robotic technology and a state-of-the-art paint plant. The facility is accessible by bus, car and train and is located just off the A19. The nearest bus stop is outside the facility and the nearest train station is in Horden (a 9 minute drive). Routes from Newcastle, Sunderland, Hartlepool and Seaham are available.

With plenty of overtime work available throughout the week and on weekends, you have the opportunity to maximise earnings on an overtime rate paid at time and a half Monday to Saturday and double time on Sundays.

Benefits

• Easily accessible via public transport
• Free on-site parking/bike-sheds
• Free tea and coffee
• Paid holiday (including public holidays)
• 1 additional holiday every 2 years added to allowance for service (max 5)
• Monthly performance lead bonus including attendance bonus
• Regular performance review schemes
• Full induction and ongoing training
• Potential to be made permanent with the client

Pay Rates and Working Hours

36.5 hours per week

• £18.80 per hour day shift
• £22.56 per hour afternoon shift
• £25.38 per hour night shift
• £28.20 per hour overtime Monday to Saturday
• £37.60 per hour overtime Sundays

Shifts

• Days: Monday - Thursday, 08:00 - 16:00. Friday, 08:00 - 12:30
• Back shift: Monday - Thursday, 16:00 - 00:00. Friday, 12:30 - 17:00
• Night shift: Monday - Thursday, 00:00 - 08:00. Friday, 17:00 - 21:30

About you

• Experienced with working on build/welding fixtures to tight tolerances
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team
• Accustomed to modern practices e.g. following a standard work procedure
• Carry out some manual lifting
• Work with a sense and awareness of safety at all times
• Previous experience of MIG, MMA
• Relevant NVQ Level 3

Application process

Applicants will need to pass a skills test. This is an ongoing, long term temporary contract role.

Please note that PPE is mandatory on the factory floor. This will include ear defenders, overalls and safety boots and will be supplied to you.

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