Job Title: Manual Welder (Aerospace) Location: Lakeside, Redditch Reports to: Production Supervisor About the Role We are seeking a skilled Manual Welder to join our established aerospace team in Lakeside, Redditch. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and supportive environment, available as either an initial contract to perm or a straight permanent role. You will be responsible for producing high-quality welded components for the aerospace industry, working to precise engineering standards and specifications. Working Hours Monday to Thursday: 07:00 - 15:45 Friday: 07:00 - 12:00 Total: 38 hours per week Overtime available Pay & Progression Starting Rate: £17.46 per hour PAYE (or £20ph including holiday pay) Training Completion Rate: £19.40 per hour (or £22.22ph including holiday pay) Overtime rates x1.5 and x2Candidates who are already experienced and fully competent may start on £19.40 per hour, depending on skills and experience. Key Responsibilities Manual and orbital TIG welding of rigid and flexible tube assemblies, brackets, and aerospace components Welding a range of materials including stainless steel, Inconel, titanium, and aluminium Following data cards, process specifications, engineering drawings, and standard work instructions Setting up, programming, and maintaining TIG and orbital welding equipment Using measurement and inspection tools such as shadowgraphs, borescopes, verniers, and micrometers Ensuring all work meets quality and safety standards associated with aerospace manufacturing Skills & Experience Required Proven experience in TIG welding (manual and/or orbital) Experience working with aerospace materials such as stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, and aluminium Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality Desirable Experience Relevant welding qualifications Knowledge of AS9100 and/or NADCAP standards Eligibility Requirements Must have the right to live and work in the UK without sponsorship Must be eligible to comply with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) Additional Information Friendly and supportive team environment Opportunity for progression and pay review after training Stable, long-term opportunity within the aerospace sector