Welder/ Fabricator (Aerospace/ Progression To Team Lead)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Welder/Fabricator in Coventry. The role involves overseeing production operations, ensuring quality standards and KPIs, and mentoring staff. Candidates should have a background in welding and fabrication, with management experience preferred. This position offers a salary of £50,000 - £55,000 plus bonuses, training, and other benefits.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Progression opportunities

Training

Free parking

Early Friday finish

Qualifications

• Welder/ Fabricator background and sheet metal manufacturing experience.
• Management/ Team lead experience preferred but not required.
• Based in Coventry or easily commutable to, Full UK Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production, ensuring quality, KPIs, and on-time delivery.
• Drive Lean and continuous improvement across fabrication and welding.
• Manage, mentor, and develop staff while maintaining safety and quality.

Skills

Welder/ Fabricator background

Management/ Team lead experience

Job description

Overview

Welder/ Fabricator (Aerospace/ Progression To Team Lead) – Coventry

£50,000 - £55,000 + Bonus Scheme + Progression + Training + Free Parking + Early Friday Finish

The Role

Oversee production operations across fabrication and welding, ensuring output meets quality standards and KPIs. Take ownership of health and safety, capacity planning, and on-time delivery, while mentoring weld coordinators and working closely with customers and suppliers. Drive improvements in processes, culture, and efficiency to make a tangible impact on the business as it grows. Implement Lean principles and help develop both processes and people within the organisation.

In addition to hands-on responsibility, you will work with Directors and the leadership team to ensure the smooth daily running of production and lead change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production, ensuring quality, KPIs, and on-time delivery
• Drive Lean and continuous improvement across fabrication and welding
• Manage, mentor, and develop staff while maintaining safety and quality

The Person

• Welder/ Fabricator background and sheet metal manufacturing experience
• Management/ Team lead experience preferred but not required
• Based in Coventry or easily commutable to, Full UK Driving License

Location & Benefits

Coventry area with easy commuting. Benefits include bonus scheme, progression, training, free parking, and an early Friday finish at 12:15pm.

How to Apply & Other Information

Keywords: Production Manager, Fabrication, Sheet Metal, Welding, Coventry, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Birmingham, Rugby, Leicester

Reference Number: BBBH21696

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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