Mig Welder

Location: Barnsley
Salary: OTE £36,150 - £41,060 per year
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Winner Recruitment is working with a leading manufacturing business in Barnsley to recruit experienced MIG Welders to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent role with a well-established manufacturer that offers structured career progression, excellent earning potential through overtime and bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Working within a modern manufacturing facility, you'll be responsible for producing high-quality welded and fabricated components to company standards while working as part of a skilled production team.

• Carry out MIG welding and fabrication of mild steel components.
• Manufacture products to engineering drawings and company quality standards.
• Operate welding equipment and automated manufacturing machinery where required.
• Use jigs and assembly fixtures to produce consistent, high-quality components.
• Carry out visual quality inspections to ensure finished products meet specification.
• Work safely and efficiently within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area while adhering to all health and safety procedures.

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience in MIG welding and fabrication.
• Experience working with mild steel.
• The ability to read and work from engineering drawings.
• Experience using jigs and assembly fixtures.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality work.
• A positive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• TIG welding experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

Day Shift

• Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:30pm
• Friday: 7:30am - 1:30pm

OR

Rotating Shifts

• Monday to Thursday: 6:00am - 2:00pm / 2:00pm - 10:00pm
• Friday: 6:00am - 11:30am / 11:30am - 5:00pm

A shift allowance of 15% is paid on the rotating shift pattern.

• Guaranteed starting salary of £36,150 per annum
• OTE of £36,150 - £41,060
• Overtime paid at enhanced rates:
  • Time and a half
  • Double time
• Monthly performance bonus
• Structured pay progression based on skills and development

• Permanent, full-time position
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service
• Annual company bonus
• Company pension with employer contribution
• Healthcare cash plan (including dental and optical)
• Life assurance
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Staff discount programme
• Free on-site parking
• On-site canteen and changing facilities
• Subsidised refreshments
• Full PPE and workwear provided

If you're an experienced MIG Welder looking to join a successful manufacturing business that invests in its people and offers genuine long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.