Job Title: Manual Welder (Aerospace)

Location: Lakeside, Redditch
Reports to: Production Supervisor

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Manual Welder to join our established aerospace team in Lakeside, Redditch. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and supportive environment, available as either an initial contract to perm or a straight permanent role.

You will be responsible for producing high-quality welded components for the aerospace industry, working to precise engineering standards and specifications.

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 07:00 - 15:45
• Friday: 07:00 - 12:00
• Total: 38 hours per week
• Overtime available

Pay & Progression

• Starting Rate: £17.46 per hour PAYE (or £20ph including holiday pay)
• Training Completion Rate: £19.40 per hour (or £22.22ph including holiday pay)
• Overtime rates x1.5 and x2

Candidates who are already experienced and fully competent may start on £19.40 per hour, depending on skills and experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manual and orbital TIG welding of rigid and flexible tube assemblies, brackets, and aerospace components
• Welding a range of materials including stainless steel, Inconel, titanium, and aluminium
• Following data cards, process specifications, engineering drawings, and standard work instructions
• Setting up, programming, and maintaining TIG and orbital welding equipment
• Using measurement and inspection tools such as shadowgraphs, borescopes, verniers, and micrometers
• Ensuring all work meets quality and safety standards associated with aerospace manufacturing

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in TIG welding (manual and/or orbital)
• Experience working with aerospace materials such as stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, and aluminium
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Desirable Experience

• Relevant welding qualifications
• Knowledge of AS9100 and/or NADCAP standards

Eligibility Requirements

• Must have the right to live and work in the UK without sponsorship
• Must be eligible to comply with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations)

Additional Information

• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Opportunity for progression and pay review after training
• Stable, long-term opportunity within the aerospace sector