Job Description
Job Title: Tig Welder
Department: Manufacturing / Engineering
Reports To: Production Supervisor or Toolroom Manager
Location: Redditch
Salary: Up to £18ph depending on experience and shift allowance- Overtime available
Job Type: Perm /Shift 6am -2pm two weeks then 2pm-12am two weeks with Fridays off.
Role Overview:
The Welder / Tooling Technician will be responsible for carrying out high-quality welding operations including MIG, TIG, and ARC processes, as well as the maintenance, fabrication, and heat treatment of dies and clip tools. The role supports production through precision welding, repair, and tool refurbishment to ensure efficient manufacturing operations and product quality.
Key Responsibilities:
Department: Manufacturing / Engineering
Reports To: Production Supervisor or Toolroom Manager
Location: Redditch
Salary: Up to £18ph depending on experience and shift allowance- Overtime available
Job Type: Perm /Shift 6am -2pm two weeks then 2pm-12am two weeks with Fridays off.
Role Overview:
The Welder / Tooling Technician will be responsible for carrying out high-quality welding operations including MIG, TIG, and ARC processes, as well as the maintenance, fabrication, and heat treatment of dies and clip tools. The role supports production through precision welding, repair, and tool refurbishment to ensure efficient manufacturing operations and product quality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform MIG, TIG, and ARC welding on various metals and components.
- Fabricate, assemble, and repair dies, clip tools, and other precision tooling.
- Conduct heat treatment processes to harden and temper dies according to specifications.
- Inspect welded and fabricated parts for quality, accuracy, and adherence to drawings or tolerances.
- Work with engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
- Maintain welding and heat treatment equipment in safe and efficient working order.
- Assist in continuous improvement activities to enhance tooling life and welding processes.
- Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
- Proven experience in MIG, TIG, and ARC welding (qualification/certification desirable).
- Experience with tool and die work, including fabrication and maintenance.
- Knowledge of heat treatment processes for metal components.
- Ability to interpret and work from technical drawings and engineering blueprints.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Familiarity with workshop safety practices and PPE requirements.
- NVQ / City & Guilds / BTEC in Welding, Fabrication, or Mechanical Engineering.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing, toolroom, or maintenance engineering environment.
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