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Welder

Listing for: Optima UK
Full Time position Listed on 2026-11-14
Job specializations:
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 16 - 18 GBP Hourly GBP 16.00 18.00 HOUR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Role:

Welder Fabricator

Location:

Loughborough

Shift:  Days and Lates
Pay:  £16.00 - £18.00 per hour depending on experience
Benefits:
Competitive salary with opportunities for overtime
38 hours with early finish on Fridays,
Work in a high-quality manufacturing environment,
33 days holiday including bank holidays,
Supportive management structure and a collaborative team culture, group Socials.

About the Company:

An established manufacturer is looking for a skilled Welder to join their team.

About the Role:

In this role you will be involved in the production of steel fabrication projects and will be responsible for ensuring all team tasks are completed on time, to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Weld metal components according to engineering specifications
Able to carry out a flat weld, then set the plant (amps and current) to carry out a vertical up weld.
Responsible for carrying out all types of MIG welding to high standards using engineering drawings and jig arrangements.
Be able to set the welding, turning on the plant and gas, ready to do a flat weld (AMPs and current)
Operate power tools and hand tools to cut, shape, and assemble metal parts
Deposit welds that pass both visual and NDE examinations
Be able to read and understand weld symbols on engineering drawings provided
Adhering to all she related standards associated with welding, including fume control
Inspect finished products for quality and make necessary adjustments or repairs
Follow safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.

About You:

Proven experience as a welder or similar role - at least 5 years' experience
Proficient in welding techniques, including stick welding
NVQ Level 2/3 in Welding & Fabrication
CCNSG certification
ISO
9606-1 qualification
Experience in Overhead, Vertical Up, and Downhand welding techniques (PF, PA, P8 + PD)
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements
Familiarity with power tools, hand tools, and equipment used in metal fabrication
Proficiency in MMA 131 welding
Basic math skills for measuring and calculating dimensions accurately
Ability to assemble fabricated parts into finished products
Experience in 2G Flat / 3G Vertical / 4F Overhead welding is required

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