Job Description:
Welder
Location: Barnsley
Salary: OTE £36,150 - £41,060 per year
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
Winner Recruitment is working with a leading manufacturing business in Barnsley to recruit experienced MIG Welders to join their growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent role with a well-established manufacturer that offers structured career progression, excellent earning potential through overtime and bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Working within a modern manufacturing facility, you'll be responsible for producing high-quality welded and fabricated components to company standards while working as part of a skilled production team.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out MIG welding and fabrication of mild steel components.
- Manufacture products to engineering drawings and company quality standards.
- Operate welding equipment and automated manufacturing machinery where required.
- Use jigs and assembly fixtures to produce consistent, high-quality components.
- Carry out visual quality inspections to ensure finished products meet specification.
- Work safely and efficiently within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Maintain a clean and organised work area while adhering to all health and safety procedures.
About You
The successful candidate will have:
- Previous experience in MIG welding and fabrication.
- Experience working with mild steel.
- The ability to read and work from engineering drawings.
- Experience using jigs and assembly fixtures.
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality work.
- A positive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- TIG welding experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
Working Hours
Day Shift
- Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:30pm
- Friday: 7:30am - 1:30pm
OR
Rotating Shifts
- Monday to Thursday: 6:00am - 2:00pm / 2:00pm - 10:00pm
- Friday: 6:00am - 11:30am / 11:30am - 5:00pm
A shift allowance of 15% is paid on the rotating shift pattern.
Salary
- Guaranteed starting salary of £36,150 per annum
- OTE of £36,150 - £41,060
- Overtime paid at enhanced rates:
- Time and a half
- Double time
- Monthly performance bonus
- Structured pay progression based on skills and development
Benefits
- Permanent, full-time position
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service
- Annual company bonus
- Company pension with employer contribution
- Healthcare cash plan (including dental and optical)
- Life assurance
- Discounted gym membership
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Employee referral scheme
- Staff discount programme
- Free on-site parking
- On-site canteen and changing facilities
- Subsidised refreshments
- Full PPE and workwear provided
If you're an experienced MIG Welder looking to join a successful manufacturing business that invests in its people and offers genuine long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.