Welder

KPJ Group; Stockport; On-site; GBP 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£20+ per hour

Mon-Thu 7am-3:30pm (early finish on Fr

Full training & coding scheme (4-6 wks

Long-term, multi-million contracts

7% employer pension contribution

Unionised workplace with supportive mg

Modern facility with canteen

Job summary

KPJ Group is hiring an experienced Welder for our Stockport-based manufacturing facility. You will join a skilled team, with long-term contracts and full training, offering a clear progression route.

Role requires MIG/MAG/TIG and Stick welding, interpretation of drawings to European specifications, and strict safety standards in a modern, unionised environment.

Qualifications

• Fast-paced manufacturing environment experience.
• MIG aluminium welding experience.
• Able to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Team player who can work under own initiative.
• Attention to detail in welding and fabrication.
• Able to adapt to changing conditions and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Health & Safety policies and identify hazards before starting work.
• Report equipment faults or unusual issues via approved procedures.
• Weld using MIG, MAG, TIG, Stick and other processes to high standards.
• Interpret drawings and weld procedures to deliver work to European specifications.
• Operate hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Complete regular European welder re-qualification tests.
• Maintain a safe working environment for yourself and colleagues at all times.

Skills

Fast-paced manufacturing

MIG aluminium welding

Time management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

English & Maths GCSE

Job description

Overview

We\'re hiring for an experienced Welder to join a skilled workforce at an ultra-modern manufacturing facility based in Stockport. You\'ll be part of a long-term workforce with full training, job stability, and a clear progression route.

What\'s on offer

• £20+ p/h
• Mon - Thu | 7am - 3:30pm (early finish on Fridays)
• Full training & coding scheme (4-6 weeks)
• Long-term, multi-million pound contracts
• 7% employer pension contribution
• Unionised workplace with supportive management
• Modern manufacturing facility with canteen

Responsibilities

• Following all Health & Safety policies and identifying hazards before starting work
• Reporting equipment faults or unusual issues via approved procedures
• Welding using MIG, MAG, TIG, Stick and other processes to high standards
• Interpreting drawings and weld procedures to deliver work to European specifications
• Operating hand tools and precision measuring instruments
• Completing regular European welder re-qualification tests
• Maintaining a safe working environment for yourself and colleagues at all times

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Previous experience with MIG Aluminium Welding
• Minimum of grade C in English and Maths at GCSE or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of key production processes and procedures
• The ability to meet deadlines, be flexible, dependable and time conscious and to work with minimum supervision
• Team worker and ability to work under own initiative
• Accurate and consistent performer with an eye for detail
• Ability to work to deadlines and adapt to changing conditions