Welder / Fabricator

About the Role

Join Union Industries, an employee-owned leader in manufacturing bespoke High Speed Doors and Industrial curtains, located in West Yorkshire, England. We are seeking a motivated individual with a strong work ethic and problem-solving abilities to contribute to our fabrication shop. This hands-on role involves preparing doors through processes like MIG welding, metal drilling, tapping, cutting, plasma cutting, fabricating, and assembling a variety of high-speed doors and related products.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and fabricate components using MIG welding and various metalworking techniques.
• Operate automated machinery and hand tools to meet production schedules.
• Interpret engineering drawings accurately to ensure quality assembly.
• Perform quality checks on own work to maintain high standards.
• Maintain clear communication with team members and supervisors.
• Record work hours precisely and comply with company time tracking.
• Commit to working overtime as required by production demands.

Skills and Qualifications

• Certification in MIG welding is essential.
• Experience in fabrication is advantageous but not mandatory for the right candidate.
• Proficient in using automated equipment and manual tools.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with strong organizational and communication skills.
• Eager to learn and grow within the role.
• Ability to successfully pass a weld test as part of recruitment.

Working Hours and Conditions

The position involves a 39-hour workweek: Monday to Thursday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and Friday from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Flexibility to work extra hours during peak periods is required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Approximate hourly wage of GBP 13.73.
• Generous benefits including a 7% employer pension contribution with no employee contributions required.
• Participation in an annual tax-free Employee Ownership Bonus scheme, historically exceeding GBP 3,600 per year.
• Enhanced paid leave: 32 days including bank holidays, a birthday holiday, plus additional half-days on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.
• Access to a company share scheme with dividends based on performance.
• Annual holiday spending allowance of GBP 400.