Welder

Welder Fabricator

TIG Welder

Full Time Permanent Role

Days Shift

Cambridge Area

To fabricate, assemble, and weld metal components and structures to precise engineering specifications, ensuring high-quality, durable products that meet safety standards and project deadlines, working in collaboration with the Welding team leader, Production Engineering, and the Quality Department

Key Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality TIG welding on stainless steel, aluminium, and mild steel to precise standards.
• Carry out MIG welding operations as required for specific projects.
• Support the company''s transition toward laser welding, bringing existing experience or a willingness to train and develop in this area.
• Fabricate and assemble sheet metal components, frames, and structures according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Operate and maintain fabrication equipment, welding tools, and measuring instruments.
• Complete grinding, cutting, and finishing work as part of the fabrication process.
• Deliver work to high standards of accuracy, quality, and finish.
• Prepare metal materials for fabrication and welding to meet job requirements.
• Ensure all orders are completed accurately, within budget, and delivered on time, meeting company Quality Objectives.
• Work from customer drawings and specifications to produce parts in accordance with the our clients Quality - Code of Practice.
• Inspect parts in line with the company''s Checking/Inspection Process.
• Accurately open and close work orders using the company''s computerised system (ProgressPlus).
• Actively monitor working practices and provide feedback to improve efficiency and job profitability.
• Ensure strict compliance with Health & Safety standards and environmental regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area in accordance with the Company Code of Conduct and housekeeping standards.
• Comply with the company''s Environmental and Recycling Policy.
• Maintain flexibility to work on a variety of projects typical of a busy subcontract environment.
• Undertake any additional duties as required to support the team and overall business objectives.

General responsibilities

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• All employees are responsible for adhering to health and safety procedures and guidelines, ensuring a safe working environment for themselves and others. Any accidents, near misses, or concerns must be reported to the Health & Safety Manager and/or their line manager immediately.

Quality Responsibilities

• Quality is the responsibility of every individual within the company. Each employee contributes to our Clients quality objectives and plays a key role in fostering a quality-focused culture. It is essential to uphold high standards to ensure that customer needs and expectations are fully met.

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Person Specification

Skills & Knowledge Requirements

• Strong capabilities in TIG, particularly with light gauge materials (1-3mm), including stainless steel, mild steel, and aluminium.
• Basic MIG welding skills as a supporting process as minimum.
• Laser welding experience or a genuine interest in developing laser welding skills.
• Confident using fabrication machinery, hand tools, and measuring equipment.
• Skilled in sanding and dressing fabricated components to achieve high-quality finishes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and apply specified tolerances accurately.
• Experience with MRP systems, including booking jobs on and off.
• Basic IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel (advantageous).
• Tidy, methodical approach to tasks and maintaining an organised workspace.
• Effective team player with a flexible and proactive attitude to meet changing work requirements.
• Awareness of computerisation in manufacturing environments.
• Good understanding of engineering quality standards and requirements.
• Good understanding of safe working practices and welding safety standards.

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