Salary: £43,553 per year
Reference: 560218
Robotic Welder / Skilled Welder
Location: Redditch
Pay: £17.50 per hour during probation, increasing to £18.00 per hour + £50.06 weekly shift allowance
Probation: 3 months
Shifts: Weekly rotating shifts – 6:00am–2:00pm / 2:00pm–12:00am
We are seeking a skilled Robotic Welder / Skilled Welder to join a well-established manufacturing company based in Redditch.
This is not a conventional welding role. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for setting up and operating a robotic welding arm, performing welding tasks on a variety of forging dies and tooling.
Key responsibilities include:
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Setting up and operating a robotic welding arm
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Applying multiple layers of weld to various forging dies
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Removing slag and debris from welded surfaces
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Preparing and cleaning surfaces between weld layers
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Completing the welding process until the impression within the block is fully restored
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Repairing different types of tooling
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Performing MIG, TIG and ARC welding where required
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Inspecting completed work to ensure it meets quality standards
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Maintaining safe and accurate work practises within a manufacturing environment
We welcome applications from candidates who:
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Have previous welding experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
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Possess MIG and/or TIG welding experience – highly desirable
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Have ARC welding experience (advantageous)
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Have experience operating robotic welding equipment (beneficial but not essential)
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Understand welding processes and preparation thoroughly
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Can work accurately and follow instructions diligently
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Are eager to learn robotic welding techniques
Candidates with more basic welding experience will also be considered if they demonstrate the right aptitude and willingness to develop.
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Starting rate: £17.50 per hour during the 3-month probation period
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Post-probation: £18.00 per hour
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Additional allowance: £50.06 weekly shift allowance
The role operates on weekly alternating shifts:
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Week 1: 6:00am–2:00pm
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Week 2: 2:00pm–12:00am
Applicants must be able to work both shifts on a rotating basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced welder looking to advance their skills in robotic welding or for candidates already experienced in automated welding seeking a long-term role.
Apply today for immediate consideration.
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