Mig Welder

CV-LibraryBolton, Greater ManchesterpermanentPosted: 26 May 2026
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We are currently recruiting for a MIG Welder to join one of our clients on a temporary to permanent contract based in Bolton.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced MIG Welder with strong fabrication skills to support a busy workshop during a peak period. The role will involve a mixture of MIG welding and fabrication work within a fast paced manufacturing environment, producing bespoke metal components to a high standard. TIG welding experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00. Weekend overtime may also be available and is paid at enhanced overtime rates.

Responsibilities:

* Carrying out MIG welding on a range of fabricated products and components.

* Working with materials including Mild Steel, Stainless Steel, Structural Steel, and Aluminium.

* Completing fabrication and assembly work using engineering drawings and measurements.

* Preparing materials through cutting, grinding, and fitting processes before welding.

* Using workshop machinery, hand tools, and power tools safely and effectively.

* Supporting production targets while maintaining high fabrication standards.

* Carrying out quality inspections on completed work to ensure accuracy and finish.

* Assisting the wider workshop team with general fabrication duties as required.

* Maintaining a safe and organised working area at all times

Mig Welder Skills and Experience Required:

* Previous experience working as a MIG Welder within a fabrication, Engineering or manufacturing environment

* Strong fabrication skills with the ability to produce accurate work to specification.

* Ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings.

* TIG welding experience would be beneficial although not essential.

* Good level of numeracy for measurements, dimensions, and basic calculations.

* Experience using fabrication equipment and general workshop machinery.

* High attention to detail with strong quality checking abilities.

* Reliable and hardworking attitude with a good understanding of workshop safety procedures.

This MIG Welder vacancy is being advertised by S&D Trade Recruitment, operating as an employment business and acting as an employment agency. Please apply with your up to date CV and ask for Shelley in the office

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