Welding Inspector

Welding Inspector

Barnsley

Permanent Role | Excellent Benefits | Career Progression

Salary: £32,000

We have an exciting opportunity for a Quality Inspector to join a growing and friendly team at a leading UK manufacturer based in Barnsley. This is a permanent position offering structured progression, skill-based pay increases, and enhanced overtime rates.

About the Role:

As a Quality Inspector, you'll provide quality control support across manufacturing areas, ensuring standards are met and processes run smoothly. You'll work closely with operators and quality engineers to identify and resolve issues, implement preventative measures, and maintain high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct inspections and collect measurement data
Support quality assurance and implement preventative solutions
Assist in developing and auditing quality control procedures
Patrol inspections to identify non-conforming processes
Immediate containment of defective products

Working Hours:

Day

Shift: Mon-Thu 07:30-16:30, Fri 07:30-13:30 (40 hours per week)
Experience &

Skills Required:

Visual Weld Inspection Qualification (e.g., PCN Level
1)
Experience in welding/fabrication, assembly, and pressing
Ability to use measuring equipment (Vernier, micrometers, gauges)
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
What's on

Offer:

Guaranteed minimum weekly bonus: £45
Overtime at premium rates:
Level A: × 1.5 per hour
Level B: × 2.0 per hour
Annual bonus (average £500)
25 days holiday (increasing with service) + bank holidays
Healthcare scheme (including dental & optical)
5% contributory pension
Life insurance
Profit-related bonus scheme
Free on-site parking & subsidised refreshments