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Salary: GBP37000 - GBP37000 per annum
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 effectively
What 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 environment
What’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 team
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