Metal Fabricator

Pioneer-Selection-Ltd; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Onsite parking

Training opportunities

Job summary

Pioneer-Selection-Ltd is seeking an experienced Sheet Metal Fabricator in Peterlee to join the production team. You will manufacture sheet metal components from engineering drawings, performing cutting, folding, forming and assembly to tight tolerances.

The role involves using press brakes, guillotines and other fabrication equipment, with MIG/TIG welding depending on experience. A supportive environment and ongoing training are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous metal fabrication experience.
• Ability to read and work accurately from engineering drawings.
• Experience operating fabrication machinery.
• Confident measuring, marking out, cutting, folding and forming sheet metal.
• Able to produce components accurately and to tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture sheet metal components from drawings and specs.
• Cut, fold, form, drill and assemble parts using workshop machinery.
• Operate press brakes, guillotines and related fabrication equipment.
• MIG/TIG welding as needed and support prototype work.

Skills

Reading drawings

Sheet metal fabrication

Measurement and marking

Tolerance control

Education

Relevant fabrication/welding/engineering qualification

Tools

Fabrication machinery

MIG welding

TIG welding

CNC press brakes

Job description

METAL FABRICATOR

Job Title: Metal Fabricator

Location: Peterlee, County Durham

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000(OTE - 50k)

Shift: Days

I'm working with a growing manufacturer looking to recruit an experienced Sheet Metal Fabricator to join its production team. You'll be responsible for manufacturing high-quality sheet metal components from engineering drawings and specifications. The role will involve cutting, folding, forming, drilling and assembling a variety of metal products while ensuring all work meets the required quality standards and tolerances.

You'll use a range of fabrication equipment, including press brakes, guillotines and other workshop machinery. Depending on your experience, the role may also involve MIG and TIG welding, supporting proto@type work and contributing to improvements across the production process. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business offering job security, ongoing training and a supportive working environment.

Sector - Manufacturing

Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Sheet Metal Fabricator

• Previous metal fabrication experience.
• Ability to read and work accurately from engineering drawings.
• Experience operating fabrication machinery
• Confident measuring, marking out, cutting, folding and forming sheet metal.
• Able to produce components accurately and to tight tolerances.

Requirements for the Sheet Metal Fabricator

• Health and safety conscious with a proactive approach.
• Experience working within a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Good attention to detail and quality standards.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Requirements for the Sheet Metal Fabricator

• MIG and/or TIG welding experience.
• Experience working with stainless steel, mild steel and aluminium.
• Relevant fabrication, welding or engineering qualification.
• Experience with CNC press brakes or other CNC fabrication machinery.
• Continuous improvement or proto@type manufacturing experience.

The Sheet Metal Fabricator Will Benefit From

• A supportive production team and positive working environment.
• Excellent benefits package, including pension and onsite parking.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Long-term job security within a growing manufacturer.