Welder/ Fabricator

Elevation Recruitment Groups Skilled Shop Floor Team are proud to be working in partnership with a Fabrication business based in Batley.

We are currently seeking an experienced Welder/ Fabricator to join the team at this exciting time of expansion.

PAY:

£16.50ph

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday (days only), early finish on Friday

Overtime available

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications to understand job requirements.
• Perform MIG (Metal Inert Gas) and TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding on a variety of materials, such as stainless steel, aluminium, and mild steel.
• Set up and operate welding equipment and tools safely and accurately.
• Inspect and prepare materials by cutting, grinding, or cleaning surfaces before welding.
• Check completed welds for quality, accuracy, and structural integrity using gauges, calipers, or visual inspection.
• Adjust machine settings and welding parameters according to material type and thickness.
• Maintain welding equipment, ensuring it is in safe and good working conditionFollow health and safety regulations, including the use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and safe working practices.
• Work to tight deadlines, ensuring all welding work meets production and quality standards.

Skills & Experience:

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Fabrication and Welding (or equivalent vocational qualification).
• Minimum 5 years' experience in TIG and MIG welding
• Confident in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and working to fine tolerances.
• Skilled in material preparation, including cutting, deburring, folding, and forming stainless steel.
• Hands-on experience in metal finishing techniques, such as grinding, polishing, and buffing welded joints.
• Familiarity with using fabrication equipment, including press brakes, guillotines, and rollers.
• Experience working from sheet metal to thick plate
• Experience working within the balustrade, modular building, or similar manufacturing environments

What Next?

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