What's In It for You? Training: Training provided, including welding/fitting qualifications and day release to college.Nice hours of work: Most Fridays and every weekend off (unless in on overtime)Be part of a small, supportive team: Work alongside a small team of engineers in a close-knit environment where your contributions will be noticed and appreciated.Extra earnings: Potential for twice-yearly bonuses and overtime at enhanced rates.About the trainee fitter/welder role: You'll support production operations, so they have the equipment and information needed to meet demands. The role also includes supporting management in implementing new projects and continuous improvement. Further duties include: -Minimising plant and equipment downtime by delivering swift and effective solutions.Modifying and upgrading existing equipment to improve performance and efficiency.Supporting and managing project design and installations as required.Providing a rapid response to breakdowns to maintain operational continuity.Carrying out planned maintenance schedules, ensuring all tasks are logged and completed as per plan.Improving maintenance practices by reviewing and refining the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programme.Diagnosing and resolving mechanical and electrical faults accurately and efficiently.Promoting and ensuring a safe working environment for all employees, championing health and safety best practices.Proactively identifying and addressing faulty processes, implementing long-term solutions to enhance reliability.Collaborating with the production team to prioritise maintenance activities effectively.What you'll need to apply for the trainee fitter/welder: Experience in a manufacturing environment.Basic fitting and welding skills, qualifications not needed.The trainee fitter/welder package: Competitive salary, which will increase over time.Benefits include a company pension, 150 hours of holiday, plus bank holidays, and the potential for two bonuses per year.Hours of work: Typically, you will work your 38 hours between Monday and Thursday.The company: You'll join a team of around 20 people in a business that's recently secured a major contract, ensuring a bright future. With roots in the UK and the backing of a US corporation, the company offers stability, career development, and a family feel.Ready to start a new chapter? Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career as a trainee fitter/welder.By clicking Apply you accept our privacy policy (see the link below or visit the footer of our website) and give permission for Sigma to contact you via email, phone & SMS regarding this job, other jobs and general recruitment services. Location & postcode of advert are approximate. Privacy Policy: (url removed) #J-18808-Ljbffr