Welder Fitter

Welder Fitter

Company: Verger Naturals Pvt Ltd

Who we are

VERGER is a purpose-driven company rooted in Sri Lanka, dedicated to crafting sustainable, high-quality natural ingredients for the global Flavor, Fragrance, and Health & Wellness industries. With deep expertise in sourcing, extraction, and processing of botanicals, we deliver authentic, traceable ingredients to some of the world's leading companies. Over the years, VERGER has evolved from a regional producer to a globally recognized partner, known for our commitment to quality, innovation, and responsible sourcing. At VERGER, our purpose is simple—we cultivate smiles—whether it's with our customers, our farmers, our teams, or the end consumers who experience the joy of our ingredients. As we expand our Naturals Division, we invite passionate, driven individuals to join us.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Welder to join our Maintenance & Engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for carrying out high-quality welding, fabrication, and repair work to support the maintenance and continuous operation of plant machinery, equipment, and infrastructure. The role requires hands-on experience in operating welding equipment, particularly MIG and TIG welding machines, along with the ability to interpret technical drawings and fabricate metal components to detail. The Welder will ensure all work is completed in compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and Verger's operational excellence practices while supporting preventive maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Your role will involve:

• Performing welding, fabrication, and repair work on machinery, equipment, and plant infrastructure.
• Operating welding machines, including MIG and TIG welding.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding specifications.
• Fabricating and assembling metal structures, frames, guards, and machine components as required.
• Inspecting welded joints to ensure they meet quality and safety standards.
• Assisting with installation, modification, and maintenance of production equipment.
• Maintaining welding equipment, tools, and work areas in good working condition.
• Identifying and reporting equipment defects or maintenance requirements.
• Ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety procedures while carrying out welding activities.
• Collaborating with the Maintenance & Engineering team to minimize equipment downtime and support continuous improvement initiatives.

You should have:

• NVQ Level 3/4 or an equivalent qualification in Welding, Fabrication, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience in operating welding equipment, including GAS, Arc, MIG, and TIG welding machines (must).
• Experience in metal fabrication, cutting, grinding, and assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and fabrication plans.
• Knowledge of welding techniques, materials, and safety standards.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to use measuring instruments and fabrication tools accurately.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical maintenance will be considered an added advantage.
• Ability to work beyond normal shift hours during emergency maintenance requirements.
• A commitment to quality, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Location

Horana

How to apply

Please apply with your detailed CV clearly indicating the position applied for within 10 days of this advertisement to: careers@vergersl.com