Welder

Welder, Luton, Bedfordshire

As a Welder, you will assist production at the Luton plant by welding individual parts and sub-assemblies using various welding techniques in accordance with specifications, engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality standards.

• Carry out welding of components in line with specifications, drawings and procedures
• Set up and prepare weld surfaces and equipment
• Ensure all welding equipment is inspected and calibrated prior to use
• Monitor consumables and support stock control activities
• Maintain rod stores and record temperature/humidity levels in line with procedures
• Log work using ERP systems (e.g. Epicor) to maintain booking compliance
• Meet production routing times and customer requirements
• Maintain high standards of quality, health & safety and housekeeping (5S)
• Adhere to all Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental procedures
• Support continuous improvement and Lean initiatives

• Time served welding apprenticeship
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a coded welder in an engineering environment
• Ability to weld to coded standards
• Experience with TIG (GTAW), MMA/SMAW and MAG (GMAW) welding processes
• Ability to work with carbon and stainless steels across a range of thicknesses
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and welding procedures
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Previous experience in torch or induction brazing would be desirable