Multiskilled Fabrication Operative

Interaction Recruitment; Cottenham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time position

Day shifts

Skill development across multiple fab.

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment is seeking a Multiskilled Fabrication Operative for a busy Cottenham, Cambridge-based manufacturing team. The role requires hands-on work across sheet metal fabrication, punching, folding and welding, with a practical understanding of general fabrication tasks.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a fabrication workshop, be able to read drawings, and contribute to quality workmanship in a varied production environment. Mon-Fri day shifts, 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in sheet metal fabrication or engineering workshop.
• Good understanding of punching, folding and welding processes.
• Experience operating fabrication machinery or working with sheet metal.
• Ability to use hand tools and workshop equipment confidently.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Operate and assist CNC punching machinery.
• Carry out sheet metal folding and bending using press brake machinery.
• Undertake general welding and fabrication duties.
• Work with sheet metal components to produce finished products.
• Read and follow engineering drawings and job specifications.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet standards.
• Assist with assembly and finishing processes where required.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

Reading drawings

Quality workmanship

Attention to detail

Team player

Safety awareness

Manual tools

Tools

CNC punching

Press brake

MIG welding

Powder coating (desirable)

Job description

Multiskilled Fabrication Operative

Location: Cottenham, Cambridge

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Job Type: Full-Time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm

Working Week: 40 hours

My client is currently looking for an experienced Multiskilled Fabrication Operative to join their busy and established manufacturing team based in Cottenham, Cambridge.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a good all-round understanding of sheet metal fabrication who is looking for a varied, hands-on role within a well-established engineering and manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will have experience working within a fabrication workshop, with knowledge of punching, folding and welding processes. You do not need to be highly skilled in every area, but you must have a good practical understanding of general fabrication work and be willing to support different areas of production.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating and assisting with CNC punching machinery.
• Carrying out sheet metal folding and bending using press brake machinery.
• Undertaking general welding and fabrication duties.
• Working with sheet metal components to produce finished products.
• Reading and following engineering drawings and job specifications.
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure products meet required standards.
• Assisting with assembly and finishing processes where required.
• Supporting different departments within the fabrication workshop.
• Ensuring machinery, tools and equipment are used safely and correctly.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Following all health and safety procedures and company policies.
• Working alongside other team members to meet production deadlines.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience working within a sheet metal fabrication or engineering workshop.
• Good general understanding of punching, folding and welding processes.
• Experience operating fabrication machinery or working with sheet metal.
• Ability to use hand tools and workshop equipment confidently.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to follow instructions and work to production requirements.
• Reliable, hardworking and punctual.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and willing to assist with different workshop duties.

Desirable Experience

• CNC punching machine experience.
• Press brake operating or setting experience.
• MIG or TIG welding experience.
• Powder coating or metal finishing knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Previous experience in a general fabrication or sheet metal manufacturing environment.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday

7:00am – 3:30pm

40 hours per week

Day shifts

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary, depending on experience.
• Full-time position.
• Monday to Friday day shifts.
• Opportunity to develop skills across multiple fabrication processes.
• Varied and hands-on working environment.
• Opportunity to join an established manufacturing business.

The Ideal Candidate

My client is looking for someone who has worked in a fabrication workshop and has gained experience across a variety of sheet metal manufacturing processes.

You may currently be working as a Sheet Metal Worker, Fabrication Operative, Workshop Operative, General Fabricator or Press Brake Operator.

The ideal candidate will be someone who is practical, adaptable and happy to get involved in different areas of the workshop rather than specialising in just one process.

A broad understanding of punching, folding and welding is particularly important, while any powder coating experience would be an added advantage.