Welder

Orbital Welder / Manual Welder - Redditch, UK

The Redditch facility produces a range of high-precision aerospace components including hose assemblies, rigid tube assemblies, quick disconnect couplings, swivels, V-band couplings, band straps, instrument mount clamps, formed and machined flanges, flex joints, and ducts.

Role Responsibilities:

Perform orbital TIG welding and manual tacking of mainly tube components (1/4 inch to 2 inch diameter) in both thin and thick wall tubing. Materials include Stainless Steel, Inconel, and Titanium.
Follow Data Cards, process specifications, engineering drawings, Standard Work Instructions, Preventative Maintenance schedules, 5S standards, and audit requirements to ensure consistent, high-quality aerospace production.
Operate, program, and maintain orbital TIG welding equipment and use precision measurement tools such as shadowgraphs, borescopes, Verniers, and micrometres.
Inspect own work post-welding and ensure fixtures, assemblies, and welds meet stringent aerospace standards.
Support the fabrication and finishing of welded assemblies - including preparation, sizing, facing, polishing, linishing, cleaning, post-weld treatments, and packing.
Contribute actively to Safety and Continuous Improvement initiatives including risk assessments, problem-solving, productivity improvements, 5S, training, and lean events.Rates of Pay:

Starting Rate: £16.24per hour + 33 days holiday pay
Inspection Trained (Internal or CSWIP 3.0): £16.47 per hour + 33 days holiday pay
Able to Tack Own Work & Inspection Trained: £16.69 per hour + 33 days holiday pay

Working Hours:

Core hours:
Monday to Thursday: 07:00 - 15:45
Friday: 07:00 - 12:00

Flexible shift options are available:

06:00 - 14:25 Friday 06:00 - 11:00
08:00 - 17:00 Friday 08:00 - 13:00If you're an experienced Manual Welder looking to expand into Orbital TIG welding, or already hold Orbital experience within the aerospace industry, we'd love to hear from you