Vacancy Apprentice Welder Fabricator (Level 3 Engineering)
Vacancy overview
Code: 2000012249
The Apprentice Welder Fabricator will be trained in fabricating and welding metal for the quarrying industry and will be expected to become proficient in welding raw steel components using propane, MEA (manual electric arc) and MIG (metal inert gas).
Working within the Fabrication Shop the apprentice welder fabricator will be required to:
- Read and understand and follow engineering drawings
- Work to engineering tolerances
- Use the most suitable welding method for the job in hand
- Use various hand and power tools (grinders, cutting torches, hand files, hammer)
- Inspect and test cuts and joins, through the use of a variety of measuring equipment, micrometers etc.
In addition to leaning the skills of a welder fabricator you may also be crossed trained in the use of a Plasma Machine.
Requirements and prospects
- Numerate
- Practical / coordinated
- Mechanical aptitude
- Good time keeping & attendance
- Enthusiasm
- Energy
- Attention to detail / able to follow instructions
- Dersire to succeed and do a good quality job
- Motivated
- Interest in engineering - applicants must be able to demonstrate this dueing the interview process
Desired skills and personal qualities:
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
About the employer
QUARRY MANUFACTURING & SUPPLIES LTD
QMS are OEM manufacturers of Cone Crushers, suppliers of spare and wear parts for the worldwide quarrying industry, and maintenance experts for crushing plant throughout the UK. We are one of the world’s leading manufacturers of manganese wear parts and internal high quality crusher spares. We are experts in the repair and maintenance of all makes of crushing equipment.