MIG-TIG Welder

Job Summary :

An experienced MIG/ Aluminium TIG Welder is required to join a high performing team at our BCS Audio warehouse in Fareham, Southampton. The MIG/ TIG welder will be working alongside the BCS manufacturing department , who manufacture and distribute flight cases and transit cases for the transportation and storage of any delicate hi-tech equipment.

The primary role is to weld OEM and custom products in both mild steel and aluminium in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ability to weld both TIG and MIG to a high standard within short timeframes , and read from technical drawings are key to the role. Our aluminium products are welded to a raw finish and are comprised of smaller assemblies being welded to a larger frame using different profiles and thicknesses. All welds must be of high quality and aesthetically correct. All products have set welding times which need to be adhered to.

Responsibilities :

• Reading technical drawings and cutting lists to cut Steel and Aluminium to length.
• Welding OEM and custom products to a high quality adhering to correct time frames.
• To maintain and promote safe working practices within the department, including the correct operation of tools and equipment and use of PPE.
• To assist with monitoring stock levels and working with managers to re-order where necessary.
• To ensure the welding room is maintained to a clean and organised and standard.
• To identify improvements to processes and procedures through continuous improvement and close liaison with managers and identify ways to improve cost effectiveness, and where appropriate, generate income.
• The role may be required to assist, or cover for, other roles within the operation for which full training / support will be given.
• To dispose of waste materials in the relevant bins during and at the end of shift.
• Assist with the unloading and storage of incoming materials.
• Ensure end of shift shutdown procedures are carried out.
• Maintenance of welding room equipment and machinery.

Your profile :

• Extensive MIG/TIG Welding experience
• Experience of welding and fabricating from design drawings
• Experience of hand/power tools, pillar drills, Steel and Aluminium saws, grinding equipment and milling machinery.
• Experience of following technical drawings unaided.
• Experience of working with accurate measurements to within 1mm.
• Right to work and remain in the UK

Our offer to you :

• Competitive compensation and group insurance plan, including telemedicine service
• Corporate savings plan with employer contribution
• Skills development activities and opportunities for career advancement
• Reimbursement of professional fees required for employment
• Reimbursement of professional development fees
• Work environment conducive to personal health and well-being
• Recognition program
• Employee assistance program

**We thank all applicants for their interest in Solotech, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.