Trainee Robot Welder Operator

Travail Employment Group
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Trainee Robot Welder Operator

Ripon £14.40ph + overtime and production bonus.

Are you mechanically minded, keen to learn, and excited by cutting edge manufacturing technology?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated trainee to build a long-term career as a Robot Welder Operator, working with advanced automated welding systems in a busy engineering environment.

As a Trainee Robot Welder Operator, you will learn how to set up, run, and maintain automated welding robots used to produce metal components. This hands-on role is ideal for someone with a mechanical or engineering qualification, or someone with welding knowledge.

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Key Responsibilities (Training Provided)

*Loading and adjusting welding programs

*Positioning fixtures and setting tooling

*Ensuring correct parameters before production runs

*Observing robot movements and arc stability

*Checking weld bead appearance and identifying anomalies in real time

*Ensuring all finished parts meet engineering drawings and specifications

*Addressing issues such as wire feed interruptions or gas flow problems

*cleaning welding equipment and robot torches

*replacing consumables (nozzles, liners, contact tips)

*Completing daily safety and equipment checks

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What We're Looking For

*A mechanical or engineering qualification, or hands on welding experience

*Ability to read and understand drawings

*Basic knowledge of MIG or TIG welding (advantageous but not essential - training will be provided)

*A practical mindset with strong attention to detail

*Willingness to learn, problem-solve, and work in a fast-paced production setting

Benefits

Opportunity to earn productivity bonus on top of your hourly rate and regular overtime available at 1.5x

Great working environment

Free parking

Easy commute to the A1

39 hours per week + overtime available at 1.5x's

Travel allowance (over 15 miles)

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How to Apply

If you're enthusiastic, eager to learn, and ready to kick-start your career in robotic welding, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV!

Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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