Job Title: Spot Welder
Location: West Bromwich
Pay Rate: £11.44 - £12.50 per hour (depending on experience) + 22% shift allowance
Working Hours:
Total: 39 hours per week, following a 2-week rotating shift pattern.
Shift 1: Monday to Thursday, 6:00 am - 2:00 pm; Friday, 6:00 am - 1:00 pm.
Shift 2: Monday to Thursday, 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Friday, 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Resistance Welding Technician to join our dynamic team in West Bromwich. This role is integral to ensuring the production of high-quality welded components across various materials. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to upholding safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Setup & Operation: Efficiently set up, adjust, and operate resistance welding machines to meet production requirements.
Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform regular maintenance and swiftly troubleshoot equipment issues to maintain peak performance.
Blueprint Interpretation: Read and accurately interpret blueprints, specifications, and work orders to define precise welding requirements.
Quality Assurance: Inspect welded joints using visual and mechanical techniques to verify they meet stringent specifications.
Process Monitoring: Continuously monitor the welding process, making real-time machine adjustments to ensure consistent quality output.
Collaboration: Work closely with engineers and production teams to refine and optimize welding processes.
Record Keeping: Maintain comprehensive records of machine settings, maintenance activities, and production outcomes.
Safety Compliance: Strictly adhere to all safety guidelines, fostering a secure work environment for all team members.
Qualifications & Skills:
Experience: Demonstrated experience in resistance welding within a manufacturing environment.
Technical Expertise: Strong mechanical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and repair welding machinery.
Standards Familiarity: Knowledge of industry-standard welding procedures and inspection methods.
Drawing Proficiency: Competence in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and welding symbols.
Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Teamwork & Independence: Ability to work effectively both independently and as a collaborative team member.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand for prolonged periods and perform repetitive tasks.
Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with potential exposure to noise, heat, and metal particulates.
Benefits Package:
25 days of annual leave.
Festive shutdown during Christmas.
Company-wide bonus scheme.
Service and recognition awards.
Training and professional development opportunities.
Comprehensive company pension plan.
Life assurance coverage at 4x annual salary.
Discounted gym memberships.
Enhanced family-friendly policies.
Complimentary annual flu vaccination vouchers.
Access to an employee assistance program, including virtual GP services available 24/7.
Cash health plan.
Free home cybersecurity training.
Cycle-to-work scheme.
Free onsite parking.
Interested? Apply now to join our talented team, or refer a friend who may be a great fit!
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