Overview
Fabricator/Welder – Alfreton, Derbyshire
Salary: £14.00 - £16.00 per hour (permanent role)
Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled, reliable Fabricator / Welder to join our client\'s manufacturing team. The successful candidate will fabricate, weld, assemble, and finish structural and sheet metal components for their range of machines (balers, compactors, crushers, etc.). You will work to engineering drawings, adhere to quality and safety standards, and collaborate closely with design, production, and maintenance teams to deliver high-quality finished products.
Key Responsibilities
* Interpret engineering drawings, fabrication drawings, and specifications
* Prepare, cut, shape, and form steel, stainless steel, and other metals
* Perform manual and semi-automatic welding (e.g. MIG, TIG, MMA) to join metal parts
* Butt welds, fillet welds, plug welds, etc., as specified
* Grind, dress, finish, bevel, and clean welded joints and surfaces
* Fit and assemble structural components, sub-assemblies, frames, and panels
* Carry out jigging, aligning, and fixturing of parts to ensure proper fit and tolerance
* Perform quality inspections on welds (visual, measurement, dimensional checks)
* Work to tolerances and ensure parts meet tolerancing and weld quality standards
* Assist with layout, marking out, and material preparation
* Liaise with engineers or production planners about modifications or adjustments
* Maintain equipment, tools, and welding machinery (cleaning, minor repairs, calibration)
* Follow all health & safety, housekeeping, and quality procedures
* Support continuous improvement initiatives and suggest process improvements
Required Skills & Experience
* Proven experience as a welder / fabricator in a manufacturing or engineering environment
* Ability to weld using MIG, TIG, MMA (or equivalent)
* Strong metal-fabrication skills (cutting, bending, grinding, drilling, fitting)
* Good interpretation of engineering/fabrication drawings, weld symbols, dimensions
* Attention to detail, high quality finish, strong work ethic
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Good communication skills (to liaise with other departments)
* Basic knowledge of welding quality standards, safety protocols, and metallurgy
* Physically fit and capable of handling heavy components, working in variable positions
Desirable (but not essential)
* Ideally qualifications or certification in welding, fabrication or metal trade (e.g. NVQ, City & Guilds, welding certificates)
* Experience working with heavy machinery, large steel structures, or bespoke builds
* Experience in waste equipment, balers, compactors, materials handling machinery
Working Conditions
* The role will be based in a workshop/factory environment
* Exposure to noise, dust, fumes, and heavy materials
* Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including welding helmet, gloves, eye protection, and protective clothing
* Standard shift hours totalling 47.5 hours per week
* Occasional overtime may be required depending on project deadlines
What You\'ll Get
* Permanent employment with stable hours
* Competitive hourly pay between £14.00 - £16.00 (depending on experience and skill)
* Opportunity to develop your skills in a specialist manufacturing environment
* Be part of a company with a reputation for engineering excellence and "Made in Britain" pride
* Supportive team culture and potential for career progression
How to Apply
To apply for this position please send your CV or call the provided contact number for more information.
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