Welder

SGroup MANUFACTURING; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Sheffield is looking for a skilled welder to set up, fit, and weld metal components. The ideal candidate will have GMAW welding experience, a degree or certificate in welding, and a strong focus on quality. Candidates must be physically capable and accustomed to working in a team environment. This position may require overtime and includes on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• Previous GMAW production welding experience is a plus.
• Ability to operate various material handling equipment.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, kneel, and lift up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up, fit and weld metal components to specified dimensions.
• Ensure all products meet high-quality standards.
• Work effectively with team members to maximize productivity.

Skills

GMAW production welding experience

Safety skills

Education

Welding degree or diploma

Welding certificate

Job description

Employee must set up, fit and weld metal components of various thicknesses to specified dimensions on moderately complex jobs by performing the following duties.

Assure that all products are built to the highest standard of quality. This employee must work well with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency. Individual must learn to operate various pieces of material handling and production equipment. This position requires one of the following: previous GMAW production welding experience, welding degree, welding diploma, or welding certificate. Applicants are required to complete a pre-employment weld test. If hired, on the job training will be conducted; following, individuals will be required to pass 2G and 3F GMAW qualification tests. Overtime hours and Saturdays will be required.

Preferred Skills:

Safety Skills

Standing, bending, pushing, kneeling and pulling up to 75 pounds with two hands is required. Individuals must follow all company safety rules and policies. The use of personal protective equipment will be required.

Job Duties:

• Obtain components from bill of materials
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Accurately read a tape measure (nearest 1/32”)
• Fit components together according to print specifications
• Prepare weld joints as required
• Maintain specified welding parameters, position, stick-out, work and travel angles

It is, and will continue to be, the policy of Sukup Manufacturing Co. to practice a program of equal employment designed to assure that all employment decisions and advancement opportunities are made available to all employees and applicants on the basis of individual qualifications and without unlawful regard to race, religion, veteran status, national origin, disability, age or sex.

In addition to providing equal employment opportunities, it is also our policy to provide an environment free from unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment. Any alleged violation of this policy will be investigated and disciplinary action will follow as required.