Prototype Welder

Job Title: Prototype Welder

Location: Leicester

Salary: Up to £16 - £18 per hour

Shift: 7:30am - 4:30pm (Mon - Thurs) 7:30am - 12:30pm (Fri)

Benefits: Annual bonus on company performance + Free onsite parking + Company Pension + Company Social Events + Excellent career progression opportunities + Training courses.

The Company:

A highly respected company working with big-name brands and retailers. This is a company that produce bespoke products, using innovative technology and cutting-edge ideas. The company is well known for its work in the POS industry and its products can be seen across the retail environment in many well-known stores. The Business prides itself on their inclusive culture; operating from a state-of-the-art facility, with a primary focus on innovation and boasts a consistent staff retention.

The Prototype Welder Role:

Due to continued growth into new sectors and expansion of their largest contracts, the company is undergoing a recruitment drive of up to 15 new engineers, assigned exclusively to Optima UK.

As part of this planned growth, they are now looking to recruit a permanent Prototype Welder on their day shift.

• The Position requires someone to MIG/TIG weld to a high quality and to work at speed ensuring targets are met.
• You will be able to work to high/tight tolerances and have experience working with mild steel.
• The position is based in the prototype department making one off parts.

The Candidate:

• Over 12 months experience as a Welder
• Read blueprints and drawings and taking measurements to plan layout and procedures
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
• Set up components for welding according to specifications knowledge of using measuring equipment to quality check work.
• Fettling and grinding sheet metal work.
• Quality check finished products.
• Record and report any issues.
• Manual handling of different tools to complete the job to the highest standards set.

Apply:

To apply for the Prototype Welder position, please send your CV to or call Nicola on .