Welding, Soldering, & Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders
Code: 51-4122.00Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Stable Growth
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Set up, operate, or tend welding, soldering, or brazing machines or robots that weld, braze, solder, or heat treat metal products, components, or assemblies. Includes workers who operate laser cutters or laser-beam machines.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Braze Operator
Certified Welder
Fabricator
Finishing Technician (Finishing Tech)
Laser Operator
Machine Operator
Mig Welder
Spot Welder
Weld Technician (Weld Tech)
Welding Operator
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Read blueprints, work orders, or production schedules to determine product or job instructions or specifications.
- Inspect, measure, or test completed metal workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using measuring and testing devices.
- Record operational information on specified production reports.
Frequently Asked Questions About Welding, Soldering, & Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders
Salaries for a Welding, Soldering, & Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Welding, Soldering, & Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Welding, Soldering, & Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
The UK job market maintains steady employment demand for qualified Welding, Soldering, & Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, & Tenders professionals across diverse sectors.
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Salary Distribution
Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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