Company
Know How Resourcing
Location
Leeds
Posted
5 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job description
Benefits
• Salary negotiable
• 25 days holiday per year plus 8 bank holidays
• Company Profit Share Scheme (paid quarterly)
• Nine-day fortnight (37.5 hrs) plus two daily paid breaks
• Superb canteen facility with tea, coffee and milk provided
• 3 x salary death in service
• Salary sacrifice EV scheme and on-site electric charging points
• 4 weeks full pay paternity/maternity leave
• Pension
Overview
Know How Resourcing are proud to represent our client based in Leeds who are looking to recruit an Fabricator / Welder on a permanent basis.
You will be joining a well-established company who value their employees.
If you believe you have the skills and experience, and are looking for your next career move, please apply now.
The role
• You will operate welding machines to fuse metal segments together using MIG or other processes
• Measuring, cutting, clamping, grinding, drilling, or tacking metal pieces before welding
• You will be required to fabricate parts following mechanical drawings.
• You will prepare work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists, gathering parts, subassemblies, tools and materials.
About You
• Fabrication/welding- MIG, MMA/Stick Welding, Stud Welding and Plasma Cutting- essential
• Preferable have experience using the Armarda Press Brake
• Hands-on experience of working within a mechanical/electrical engineering environment - desirable
• The ability to understand mechanical drawings - essential
• Overhead crane/lifting slinging experience - desirable
• FLT Counterbalance - desirable
• Experience of working within a continuous improvement environment - desirable
• Full driving licence - essential
INDP
Work Location: In person
• Salary negotiable
• 25 days holiday per year plus 8 bank holidays
• Company Profit Share Scheme (paid quarterly)
• Nine-day fortnight (37.5 hrs) plus two daily paid breaks
• Superb canteen facility with tea, coffee and milk provided
• 3 x salary death in service
• Salary sacrifice EV scheme and on-site electric charging points
• 4 weeks full pay paternity/maternity leave
• Pension
Overview
Know How Resourcing are proud to represent our client based in Leeds who are looking to recruit an Fabricator / Welder on a permanent basis.
You will be joining a well-established company who value their employees.
If you believe you have the skills and experience, and are looking for your next career move, please apply now.
The role
• You will operate welding machines to fuse metal segments together using MIG or other processes
• Measuring, cutting, clamping, grinding, drilling, or tacking metal pieces before welding
• You will be required to fabricate parts following mechanical drawings.
• You will prepare work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists, gathering parts, subassemblies, tools and materials.
About You
• Fabrication/welding- MIG, MMA/Stick Welding, Stud Welding and Plasma Cutting- essential
• Preferable have experience using the Armarda Press Brake
• Hands-on experience of working within a mechanical/electrical engineering environment - desirable
• The ability to understand mechanical drawings - essential
• Overhead crane/lifting slinging experience - desirable
• FLT Counterbalance - desirable
• Experience of working within a continuous improvement environment - desirable
• Full driving licence - essential
INDP
Work Location: In person
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Packing Jobs
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What is the National Living Wage for packing jobs in UK warehouses from April 2026?
As per GOV.UK, the National Living Wage for packing roles is £12.21 per hour for workers aged 21 and over as of 1 April 2026. Workers aged 18-20 receive £9.81 per hour and those under 18 receive £7.55 per hour with no exceptions for entry-level warehouse packing. Overtime must be paid at the same minimum rate after 48 hours in a seven-day period.
Source: GOV.UK
Q
What visa or work permit do non-UK citizens need for packing jobs in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, non-UK citizens require a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed employer or a Seasonal Worker visa for up to six months in horticulture and food packing. The visa application fee is £719 for up to three years and applicants must show £1,270 in savings unless the sponsor certifies maintenance. Packing jobs below skill level 3 do not qualify for the standard Skilled Worker route.
Source: GOV.UK
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Do packing jobs in the UK require any formal education or prior experience in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, packing jobs have no minimum education requirement and accept applicants with no prior experience. Employers must still provide manual handling training within the first week under health and safety law. Right to work documents must be verified before the first shift.
Source: GOV.UK
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What documents are needed to apply for a packing job and start work in the UK?
As per GOV.UK, applicants must provide a valid passport or national identity card, proof of National Insurance number, and a P45 or P60 from the previous employer. Employers are required to conduct a right to work check using the online service before the start date.
Source: GOV.UK