Welder Fabricator

Insight; Ideford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Employment are seeking a Welder Fabricator for a client in Bedford. The role requires reading drawings, following weld specs and maintaining safety standards. ARC MIG and TIG experience in aluminium and steel is preferred.

The position is a temp-to-perm role with shifts Mon-Fri, 08:00–16:30, paying between £16 and £20 per hour, depending on experience. Overtime may be available, and the company values quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• ARC MIG and TIG experience in aluminium and steel preferred.
• Specific technical or vocational training or certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret and follow diagrams, drawings, weld symbols and BOMs to produce equipment.
• Operate weld machines and use hand tools safely to meet specs.
• Maintain weld equipment, inspect welds and report any defects or nonconformities.

Skills

Read drawings & weld symbols

ARC MIG & TIG experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Vocational training or cert preferred

Tools

Calipers

Weld gauges

Handheld tools

Job description

Insight Employment are seeking a Welder Fabricator for a client of ours in Bedford. Are you looking for your next opportunity!

The Role

At the heart of their business the standard is set and therefore quality of workmanship and meeting set deadlines are a must and full dedication must be given to this while maintaining the highest levels of health and safety.

You must be able to follow fabrication drawings and instruction while being vocal if for any reason, you realise either a mistake in drawings or your own work. Noticed conflicts must be reported along with any structural elements that cannot be met within the build of the product whether it be through weld or material being used.

As with every role within the company, they employ you due to your knowledge and skill set and therefore value any constructive feedback to assist with the company improving its product of systems.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and follow basic diagrams and engineering drawings, specifications, weld symbols, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately create equipment and products.
• Preferably, candidate with ARC MIG and TIG experience in aluminium and steel.
• Utilize handheld tools such as a handheld screw gun, drill gun, and grinders.
• Operate callipers, weld gauges, tape measures, and other welding hand tools.
• Maintain weld machines using preventative maintenance methods.
• Continually evaluate weld machine performance and technology to improve cycle times.
• Maintain inventory of manufacturing products and welding consumables.
• Create specific weldment set-ups and fixturing to meet geometric requirements.
• Perform quality work checks to ensure the product meets quality standards.
• Identify product defects and complete appropriate documentation when defects are identified.
• Rework and/or repair welded parts and products according to engineering specification changes.
• Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures.
• Prioritize workflow through effective communication with management staff.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Perform welding and fabrication tasks according to detailed plans and specifications.
• Ensure all fabricated components meet the company's quality and safety standards.
• Maintain welding equipment and ensure the workspace is clean and organised.
• Collaborate with other workshop staff to meet production deadlines.
• Uphold and promote the company's core values.
• Any other duties as required.

• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• High attention to detail and self-motivation skills.
• Specific technical or vocational training or certification preferred.
• Work in a team environment and respect all teammates.

The above is not an exhaustive list and in addition to the above duties, you may be required to perform other duties. We will not ask you to do anything which is beyond your capabilities. As the needs of their business change, they will amend the above duties accordingly.

The duties described in this job description must be carried out in a manner which promotes equality of opportunity; dignity and due respect for all employees and clients or customers is consistent with the Company's Equal Opportunities Policy.

Shift/Hours

Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:30

Rates

Between £16.00-£20.00 per hour depending on experience

Overtime available.

THIS IS A TEMP TO PERM POSITION FOR A SUITABLE CANDIDATE

Unfortunately, due to the high number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application. If you do not hear back from us within 7 days, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We will, however, retain your details on file and may contact you should another suitable vacancy arise.