MIG Production Welder

MIG Production Welder


Company
Try Temps Limited
Location
Birmingham
Job Type
Contractor
Salary
£570–£860 a week
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via CV-Library

Job Description
MIG Production Welder – High Cosmetic Finish

Garretts Green, Birmingham B33

£15.50 per hour | Gross Weekly Pay £573.50 | Earn up to £868.00 per week with overtime

We are recruiting experienced MIG Production Welders to join a leading manufacturer of premium office desks and workstation furniture. Using modern manufacturing processes, the company produces high-quality steel-framed furniture supplied to commercial customers throughout the UK.

This is a 12-week temporary contract with an immediate start.

The role involves MIG welding light gauge mild steel components to a consistently high cosmetic standard within a fast-paced production environment. You will be working from engineering drawings, carrying out quality checks and ensuring every product meets the company's high standards.

Hours:
• Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
• Friday: 8:00am – 1:00pm
• 37-hour working week

Overtime:
• Monday to Friday: 6:00am – 8:00am paid at £20.15 per hour.
• Saturday: 6:00am – 10:00am paid at £23.25 per hour.

The Ideal Candidate:
• Previous MIG production welding experience.
• Able to produce high cosmetic finish welds on light gauge mild steel.
• Experience working from engineering drawings.
• Reliable, hardworking and quality focused.

Benefits:
• 12-week temporary contract.
• Regular overtime available.
• Early finish every Friday.
• Immediate start.

If you are an experienced MIG Production Welder looking for your next contract with excellent earning potential, apply today.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q What is the minimum hourly wage for welder jobs in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
The National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is £12.50 per hour from 1 April 2026 as set by the UK government. Welders must receive this rate for all hours worked including overtime at 1.5 times the rate. Employers in construction and manufacturing sectors are required to pay this without exception.
Q What visa do overseas applicants need for welder jobs in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Overseas welders require a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed UK employer with a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for the occupation code 5211. The visa lasts up to 5 years and costs £719 for applications made in 2026. Applicants must also hold a valid Certificate of Sponsorship issued after 6 April 2026.
Q What qualifications and experience are needed to qualify for welder jobs in the United Kingdom?
Welders must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Welding or equivalent City & Guilds certification plus at least 2 years of documented experience in structural or pipe welding. Employers require proof of BS EN ISO 9606 certification for pressure welding roles. No formal degree is mandatory but apprenticeships completed after 2025 count toward eligibility.
Q What documents are required when applying for welder positions in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Applicants must submit a CV, welding qualification certificates, proof of right to work such as a passport or share code, and a DBS check certificate dated within the last 12 months. For sponsored roles a valid Certificate of Sponsorship reference is mandatory. Applications without these documents are rejected by 95% of UK employers.
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