Welder

Lotus Cars is renowned for crafting world-class, high-performance, and lightweight sports cars that are celebrated across the globe.

Lotus Cars Limited serves as the company’s manufacturing HQ in the UK, where we proudly produce iconic models such as the Emira and the all-electric Evija. As we continue to elevate our capabilities and global presence, we are seeking a Welder to join our dynamic Manufacturing team at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Norwich.

Location:

Norwich, Norfolk

Department:
Manufacturing – Lotus Fabrication

Hours:

38 hours per week

Be part of the team behind iconic performance cars.

At Lotus, we're redefining performance through innovation, precision, and craftsmanship. As a Welder within our Manufacturing team, you'll play a key role in producing high-quality fabricated assemblies that contribute to the build of our world-class vehicles.

If you take pride in producing precision work, enjoy working with advanced manufacturing equipment, and want to develop your career with a globally recognised automotive brand, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Welder, you'll be responsible for manufacturing fabricated assemblies using a variety of welding techniques, ensuring every component meets Lotus' exacting quality standards.

• Welding fabricated assemblies using MIG/MAG, Spot and TIG welding processes.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, work instructions and manufacturing processes.
• Setting up welding equipment and selecting the appropriate programmes.
• Inspecting and testing completed assemblies before they move to the next production stage.
• Using a range of workshop equipment including grinders, drills, power saws and other fabrication tools.
• Completing production documentation and batch records.
• Identifying maintenance concerns and carrying out first-line problem solving where appropriate.
• Working safely and maintaining a clean, organised work area in line with Health & Safety requirements.
• Meeting quality, safety and production targets while supporting continuous improvement.

You’ll be a motivated individual who enjoys working as part of a collaborative manufacturing team and takes pride in producing work to a consistently high standard.

• A qualification in welding and fabrication.
• Experience in general fabrication and welding.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of welding equipment and fabrication processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• A flexible approach and willingness to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Experience working within the automotive, aerospace, shipbuilding or similar engineering industries.
• TIG welding experience.
• Experience working with light to medium gauge materials.
• Knowledge of Kanban or lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience interpreting complex engineering drawings.

Joining Lotus means becoming part of a passionate team committed to engineering excellence and innovation. You'll have the opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive manufacturing environment, with clear career progression into Fabrication or Leadership roles.

• Competitive pension scheme
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Employee discounts
• Social events and employee activities
• Career development and progression opportunities

• This role will be working from our Norwich plant.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in UK without VISA sponsorship.

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