MIG Production Welder

MIG Production Welder


Company
Try Temps Limited
Location
Birmingham
Job Type
Full–time and Contractor
Salary
£570–£860 a year
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Jobmove

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 National Living Wage for welders in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per the UK Government, the National Living Wage for welders aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour from 1 April 2026, equating to £497.60 for a 38.9-hour week. Overtime must be paid at least 1.5 times this rate under the Working Time Regulations. Employers must display the current rates on payslips from that date.
Q What salary threshold applies for a Skilled Worker visa as a welder in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per the UK Government, welders applying for a Skilled Worker visa in 2026 require a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for the occupation code 5211, whichever is higher. The visa lasts up to 5 years and requires a Certificate of Sponsorship issued no earlier than 3 months before application. Dependants are allowed only if the salary exceeds £38,700.
Q What qualifications and experience are required to work as a welder in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per the UK Government, welders must hold a Level 2 or 3 NVQ Diploma in Welding or equivalent plus a valid CSCS card for construction sites. Applicants need at least 2 years of documented experience verified by references. No formal degree is mandated but English language at B1 level is required for visa routes.
Q What documents are needed to apply for welder jobs in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per the UK Government, applicants must submit a CV, welding qualification certificates, passport, and proof of right to work such as a share code from the UKVI system. For sponsored roles, a Certificate of Sponsorship reference is mandatory. Applications via the gov.uk Find a Job service require these uploaded within 14 days of shortlisting.
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