Prototype Welder

Job Title: Prototype Welder

Location: Leicester

Salary: Up to £14 - £16 per hour

Shift: 7:30am - 4:30pm (Mon - Thurs) 7:30am - 12:30pm (Fri)

Benefits: Annual bonus on company performance + Free onsite parking + Company Pension + Company Social Events + Excellent career progression opportunities + Training courses.

The Company:

A highly respected company working with big-name brands and retailers. This is a company that produce bespoke products, using innovative technology and cutting-edge ideas. The company is well known for its work in the POS industry and its products can be seen across the retail environment in many well-known stores. The Business prides itself on their inclusive culture; operating from a state-of-the-art facility, with a primary focus on innovation and boasts a consistent staff retention.

The Prototype Welder Role:

Due to continued growth into new sectors and expansion of their largest contracts, the company is undergoing a recruitment drive of up to 15 new engineers, assigned exclusively to Optima UK.

As part of this planned growth, they are now looking to recruit a permanent Prototype Welder on their day shift.

The Position requires someone to MIG/TIG weld to a high quality and to work at speed ensuring targets are met.
You will be able to work to high/tight tolerances and have experience working with mild steel.
The position is based in the prototype department making one off parts.

The Candidate:

Over 12 months experience as a Welder
Read blueprints and drawings and taking measurements to plan layout and procedures
Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
Set up components for welding according to specifications knowledge of using measuring equipment to quality check work.
Fettling and grinding sheet metal work.
Quality check finished products.
Record and report any issues.
Manual handling of different tools to complete the job to the highest standards set.

Apply:

To apply for the Prototype Welder position, please send your CV to maisie. or call Maisie on (phone number removed)