Welding Supervisor - Mildenhall, Suffolk
£37,000 per annum | Monday-Friday | 08:00-17:00 | Permanent
A well-established manufacturing business in Mildenhall is looking for a Welding Supervisor to take ownership of daily fabrication activity on the shop floor. This is a hands-on role where you'll be responsible for keeping production organised, supporting the welding team, and making sure work is completed safely, on time, and to the required standard.
The role is ideal for someone with a background in welding or fabrication who understands how a busy workshop runs and is confident stepping in to keep things moving when needed. You'll be working closely with welders and production staff throughout the day, ensuring priorities are clear and any issues are dealt with quickly.
Key responsibilities:
Oversee daily welding and fabrication activity on the shop floor
Allocate work and ensure jobs are progressing to schedule
Support welders with drawings, instructions, and practical guidance
Carry out quality checks on completed work
Maintain health & safety standards across the workshop
Identify and resolve production issues as they arise
Support hands-on fabrication work when required
Ensure materials, tools, and consumables are managed effectivelyWhat we're looking for:
Background in welding/fabrication (supervisory or senior level preferred)
Ability to read and work from engineering drawings
Strong MIG/MMA welding knowledge
Practical, hands-on approach to work
Good communication and organisational skills
Ability to stay calm and make decisions in a busy environmentWhat's on offer:
Permanent, stable position within a growing business
Monday-Friday working pattern
Opportunity to take ownership of a key area of production
Supportive working environment with a hands-on teamIf you're interested in this Welding Supervisor role, please apply today or contact Brendan @ Prime Appointments for more information.
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