Welder Level 1

Magellan Aerospace; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Welder Level 1 to join their team in Wrexham. This full-time, permanent role involves welding small assemblies to high standards, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and maintaining quality throughout the production process. The company values work-life balance and offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career development. As part of a global aerospace organization with over 80 years of experience, you will contribute to innovative projects while enjoying a range of perks and benefits. If you are a detail-oriented individual with a passion for welding, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Mental health support

Business performance related bonus

Career development opportunities

Continued learning and development

Monthly treats and discounts

Long Service Awards

Enhanced Holiday Entitlement

Free parking

Qualifications

• Welding qualification or 2 years experience in TIG, fabrication, and welding.
• Ability to read and understand customer specifications and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Weld small assemblies to high standards according to specifications.
• Ensure compliance with Environment, Health and Safety legislation.
• Verify parts against job cards and process according to specifications.

Skills

Initiative

Collaboration

Accuracy

Attention to detail

Ability to learn

Education

GCSE or equivalent including Maths & English

Tools

SAP

MRP

Job description

Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, Llay Wrexham has an exciting opportunity for a Welder Level 1.

• Full Time Permanent Contract
• 37.5hrs hours per week, days only
• Job location: Llay, Wrexham, LL12 0PB.
• Unionised site – works in partnership with Unite the Union.

To weld and in some cases manufacture and weld small assemblies to a high standard according to specification and to customer approved welding standards.

Perks and Benefits

• A company culture that promotes work life balance
• Access to mental health support
• Business performance related bonus
• Career development opportunities
• Commitment to continued learning and development
• Perkbox - includes monthly treats and discounts from selected restaurants, cinemas, shops etc
• Long Service Awards
• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
• Free parking

Essential Responsibilities

• Clean products and parts before starting the process
• Braise and spot weld
• Check job pack items for correct amount and correct part number against BOM prior to carrying out any work and to escalate to the Line manager if not the case
• Read weld data sheet for correct filler wire, gas pressures and any other anomalies as stated
• Weld details to drawing specifications and to make adjustments post welding as required
• To obtain weld approvals for the appropriate materials to be welded from customer audits and testing as appropriate
• Verify parts are correct to the job card and processed following customer specifications
• Measuring of test pieces using a microscope and vernier. Entering results into a spreadsheet for traceability
• Responsible for identifying any failures with parts, completion of NCR forms and escalating to the Line Manager for rectification work
• Ensure that processes and procedures are followed to ensure all tasks are performed efficiently and to the required quality standard
• Must comply with relevant Environment, Health and Safety legislation and company policies, procedures and safe working systems
• The job has responsibility for cross checking that all of the prior operations have been completed prior to commencing this operation
• Other reasonable requests may be asked

Position Requirements

Essential Criteria:

• Welding qualification (including TIG and Braise) or minimum of 2 years experience in TIG, fabrication and welding
• GCSE or equivalent including Maths & English
• Good verbal and written communication
• Ability to read and understand customer specifications, drawings and visual aids
• This role requires you to be able to lift parts on to a work bench up to 2kg

Desirable Criteria:

• SAP or MRP experience

Other skills/Abilities

Skills:

• Show initiative
• Collaboration
• Accuracy
• Attention to detail
• Ability to learn

Personal Attributes:

• To have Integrity
• Respectful to others
• Creative in finding ways to do things better
• Act ethically in all you do
• Collaborate well with others

About us:

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defence and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name “Magellan Aerospace Corporation” in 1996; deriving it from the intrepid explorer Ferdinand Magellan. His global exploits at the turn of the 15th century established a number of firsts, so the company’s vision has been to carry this same legacy into the future of the aerospace industry.

At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!