Keystone Group
Fabricator Welder
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About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Fabricator Welder to join our IG Masonry Support production team in Swadlincote. You’ll be responsible for manufacturing, assembling and MIG welding stainless steel components to technical drawings and specifications, taking pride in producing work that meets the highest standards of quality, accuracy and structural integrity.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Interpret engineering drawings, welding symbols, specifications and work instructions to ensure accurate fabrication and assembly.
- Cut, shape and prepare stainless steel materials using workshop equipment including band saws, plasma cutters, grinders and die grinders.
- Set up and use jigs, fixtures and components to achieve accurate and consistent assemblies before welding.
- Carry out MIG welding to the required standards, specifications and tolerances.
- Complete multi-run and positional welds, as well as weld repairs where required.
- Inspect finished welds visually and dimensionally, identifying and resolving defects to maintain quality and structural integrity.
- Complete finishing activities including grinding, deburring and polishing to achieve the required finish.
- Accurately complete quality and production documentation, ensuring records are maintained to the required standard.
- Follow all workshop safety procedures, risk assessments and safe systems of work, while maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
What You’ll Need To Succeed
We’re looking for a skilled and conscientious Fabricator Welder who has the technical ability to interpret drawings and produce accurate, high-quality work, combined with a reliable and positive approach to working as part of a team. You will also demonstrate:
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- Pride in producing high-quality work, with a strong focus on craftsmanship, accuracy and attention to detail.
- A reliable, punctual and consistent approach, with the ability to maintain quality while working under pressure.
- Clear communication skills and a positive, collaborative approach to teamwork.
- A practical, solutions-focused mindset with the confidence to identify and resolve problems.
- A commitment to following quality, health and safety procedures at all times.
- A willingness to learn new techniques, develop your skills and contribute to continuous improvement.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience working in a fabrication and welding environment.
- Good understanding of technical drawings, welding symbols, tolerances and specifications.
- Good understanding of welding procedures, WPS, blueprints and relevant industry codes.
- Relevant welding/fabrication qualification, such as an NVQ Level 3 in Welding & Fabrication, is preferred.
- Good understanding of basic metallurgy and material properties, particularly stainless steel.
- Experience of MIG welding, including multi-run and positional welding.
- Practical experience using workshop equipment such as band saws, plasma cutters, grinders and die grinders.
- Understanding of quality control requirements and workshop health and safety procedures.
- Physically capable of safely lifting and handling materials and operating workshop tools and equipment.
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What We Offer
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- A supportive, values-driven and inclusive working environment
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- 33 days annual leave, increasing with service
- Pension
- Life Assurance
- Healthcare Cashback Plan
- Enhanced Family Friendly policies
- Additional employee benefits including, access to our Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Discount Scheme, Employee Recognition awards, Employee Assistance Programme.
A Bit About Us
For more than three decades, the Keystone Group has grown to become one of the UK and Ireland’s largest family-owned construction product manufacturers. Driven by a relentless focus on innovation and customer excellence, the Group employs over 2,000 employees across 28 sites, supplying cutting-edge building solutions to growing markets in the UK & Ireland, Europe, Australia and North America. Its portfolio includes market-leading brands in the steel, light & environmental and timber sectors.
IG Masonry Support Systems is part of the Keystone Group and has combined experience with innovation to design and manufacture the most practical and advanced range of stainless steel masonry support products and revolutionary brick slip soffit systems. IG Masonry Support goes above and beyond to provide the highest quality, accredited products in the construction industry.
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