Darwen-based engineering and fabrication specialist WEC Group has begun a major recruitment drive after securing a £6m aerospace order for an Airbus assembly factory in Germany.
The 18 month contract is a major boost for the company, which recently achieved the AS9100 Rev C certification for CNC machining to complement its existing accreditations for laser and waterjet cutting.
“The new contract will enable us to continue building our order book in the aviation, space and defence industries.”
The company currently employs over 150 highly skilled welders and has made substantial investments in the latest robotic welding and heavy machining technology over the past few years, improving manufacturing speed, accuracy and repeatability.
Stephen Fitzpatrick, director of WEC Machining said: “Achieving the new AS9100 certification for WEC Machining and winning this new contract is a great step forward for the company.
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