Welder Fabricator

Optima UK; East Leake; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Early finish every Friday

Birthday holiday after 12 months

Additional holiday after 5 years

Permanent position

Job summary

Optima UK in Leicester, LE2, is seeking experienced MIG and TIG Welders/Fabricators for a stable, long-term role in a busy workshop. The position offers an early finish every Friday and scope to grow within a specialist sheet metal fabrication environment.

Candidates should have MIG/TIG welding experience, be able to read engineering drawings, and have fabrication experience. You will work as part of a team, maintaining safety and quality standards daily.

Qualifications

• Proven MIG and/or TIG welding experience.
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings.
• Experience in fabrication and material handling.
• Reliable with a good attitude toward teamwork and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• MIG and/or TIG welding on a variety of metal components
• Fabrication work from engineering drawings
• Measuring, cutting and assembling materials
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure work meets company standards
• Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Working independently and as part of a team in a workshop
• Maintaining a clean and safe working area

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Reading engineering drawings

Fabrication experience

Teamwork

Tools

MIG welder

TIG welder

Job description

Job Role: Welder Fabricator
Location: Leicester, LE2
Pay Rate: £15.00 - £18.00 per hour depending on experience
Hours: Monday to Thursday: 7:00am - 4:15pm, Friday: 7:00am - 12:00pm

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates
• Early finish every Friday
• Birthday holiday after 12 months service
• Additional day's holiday after 5 years' service
• Permanent position

About the Company:

Our client is a specialist sheet metal fabrication company providing high-quality manufacturing and engineering solutions to customers across a variety of industries. The company prides itself on delivering precision-built products, excellent workmanship and reliable service, working closely with clients to meet bespoke fabrication requirements.

Operating from a modern workshop environment, they undertake a wide range of fabrication work using industry-standard equipment and processes, with a strong focus on quality, efficiency and attention to detail.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to expand its workforce with skilled and motivated individuals who take pride in their work and want to be part of a growing business.

About the Role:

We are currently recruiting for experienced MIG and TIG Welders/Fabricators to join a busy and growing manufacturing company based in the LE2 area.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with fabrication and welding experience who are looking for a stable, long-term position with an early finish every Friday.

Duties Include:

• MIG and/or TIG welding on a variety of metal components
• Fabrication work from engineering drawings
• Measuring, cutting and assembling materials
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure work meets company standards
• Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Working independent and as part of a team within a workshop environment
• Maintaining a clean and safe working area

About You:

• Previous MIG and/or TIG welding experience
• Ability to read and work from technical/engineering drawings
• Good attention to detail and quality standards
• Experience within a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• Reliable with a good attitude towards work and teamwork