MIG Welder (0.6mm – 1.5mm)
Location: Stoke/Cheadle
Salary: £29,620 per annum
Hourly Rate: £13.61 + £1.58 shift allowance (increasing to approx. £14.00 per hour in the New Year)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role
We are currently seeking skilled MIG Welders experienced in welding thin gauge materials between 0.6mm and 1.5mm. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and stable manufacturing environment offering competitive pay, shift premiums, and a retention bonus.
The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality welds in line with engineering drawings and production standards.
Working Hours
We operate a rotating shift pattern:
Morning Shift:
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Monday to Thursday: 6:00am – 2:00pm
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Friday: 6:00am – 12:30pm
Afternoon Shift:
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Monday to Thursday: 2:00pm – 10:30pm
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Friday: 12:30pm – 5:00pm
Occasional weekend working may be required:
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Saturday: Paid at 1.5x basic rate (usually Saturday mornings)
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Sunday: Paid at 2x basic rate
Pay & Benefits
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Annual salary: £29,620
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Hourly rate: £13.61 + £1.58 shift allowance
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£1,000 retention bonus payable after 12 weeks (subject to meeting performance criteria)
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Bonus is repayable if employment ends within 12 months of payment
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Overtime paid at enhanced weekend rates
Key Responsibilities
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MIG welding of thin gauge materials (0.6mm – 1.5mm)
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Working from engineering drawings and specifications
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Ensuring weld quality meets required standards
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Carrying out basic quality inspections
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Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
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Supporting production targets and deadlines
Skills & Experience Required
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Proven MIG welding experience (thin gauge essential)
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Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
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High attention to detail and quality standards
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Reliable and flexible with shift work
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Good understanding of health & safety procedures