Fine Limit Sheet Metal Worker
Aerospace & Defence | Precision Engineering
We are seeking an experienced Fine Limit Sheet Metal Worker to join a specialist manufacturing and fabrication team producing high-quality precision components for the aerospace and defence sectors.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled sheet metal professional with experience in fine limit fabrication, hand forming and working to tight engineering tolerances. You will work with a range of traditional and exotic materials, manufacturing components to exacting customer specifications and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out precision sheet metal fabrication, including bending, cutting, pressing, forming and stretching.
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Mark out, measure and inspect components to tight tolerances.
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Work with aluminium, stainless steel, titanium and Inconel.
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Read and interpret engineering drawings, sketches and verbal instructions.
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Set and operate machinery, including fly presses, brake presses and linishers.
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Hand-form prototype panels and components from flat sheet metal.
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Undertake riveting, drilling, trimming, deburring, filing and grinding operations.
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Assemble fabricated components and integrate machined parts where required.
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Ensure all manufactured components meet drawing specifications and quality requirements.
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Maintain tools, jigs and equipment in good working condition.
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Follow all relevant health and safety procedures and manufacturing processes.
The Ideal Candidate
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Extensive experience in precision or fine limit sheet metal fabrication.
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Previous experience within aerospace, defence or another highly regulated engineering environment.
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Practical hand-forming experience using a variety of sheet metal techniques.
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Experience working with exotic materials, particularly titanium and Inconel.
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Ability to interpret engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances.
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Experience using fabrication machinery and associated hand tools.
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A strong understanding of component quality, accuracy and attention to detail.
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A reliable, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Salary & Benefits
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Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
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23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing after five years' service.
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Employee healthcare contribution scheme.
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Employee Assistance Programme.
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Family-friendly working hours, with some flexibility around start and finish times.
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Shorter working day on Fridays.
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Life assurance at four times annual salary.
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Company pension contribution of 3%.
Apply Today
If you have a strong background in fine limit sheet metal work and are looking to develop your career within a precision aerospace and defence manufacturing environment, we would welcome your application
