Sheet Metal Worker

Job Description:

Job Title: Sheet Metal Fabricator

Location: Basildon, Essex

Salary: £18.59

Hours of work: day shift Monday - Thursday 07:00-16:00 / Friday 7:30-12:30

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

AMLR are looking for an experienced Sheet Metal Fabricator looking to join a leading aerospace manufacturer? This is an exciting opportunity to work within a precision engineering environment, manufacturing high-quality aerospace components using a variety of fabrication techniques and specialist machinery.

Key Responsibilities for the Sheet Metal Fabricator:

• Extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes, ideally within the aerospace or automotive industry.
• Interpret engineering drawings and aerospace specifications, working independently to produce high-quality components.
• Operate a range of fabrication machinery including brake press, Promecam, rubber press, guillotine and band saws.
• Set up and operate fabrication equipment to cut, bend and shape metal components.
• Measure, mark out and prepare materials using rulers, squares, scribes, dividers and other measuring equipment.
• Inspect parts, assemblies and completed components to ensure they meet engineering drawings and quality specifications.
• Carry out general sheet metal duties including deburring, drilling, fly press operations and calculating bend allowances.
• Manufacture components primarily from aluminium, with occasional work using mild steel and stainless steel.
• Perform stretch forming, shrinking, flattening and shaping operations using hand tools and specialist equipment.
• Apply problem-solving skills to resolve manufacturing issues and improve production efficiency.
• Follow lean manufacturing principles and modern fabrication techniques.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety and adhere to all standard operating procedures.

Requirements for the Sheet Metal Fabricator:

• Previous experience within precision engineering or sheet metal fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience operating brake presses, rubber presses, guillotines, band saws and other fabrication machinery.
• Competent using hand tools and fabrication equipment.
• Experience working with aluminium, mild steel and stainless steel.
• Knowledge of fabrication techniques including deburring, drilling, bend allowances, stretch forming and shrinking.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety.

Benefits for the Sheet Metal Fabricator:

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities.
• Opportunity to work within a leading aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Ongoing training and skill development.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.

If you are proactive, quality-driven, and ready to take the next step in your career, apply now or submit your most up-to-date CV to j . reid @ amlr. uk or to discuss how we can find you your next move within your chosen sector with one of the many career opportunities we currently have, Tel: 

(phone number removed)

 and ask for Jane

Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK with a British Passport