Semi-Skilled Fabrication Operative

Interaction Recruitment; Cottenham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment is seeking a Semi-Skilled Fabrication Operative for a manufacturing site in Cottenham, Cambridge. The role offers 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm, with pay £16.00–£17.00 per hour depending on experience.

The ideal candidate has basic fabrication knowledge and enjoys working hands-on across different production areas, including sheet metal, punching and welding tasks.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fabrication, sheet metal or engineering workshop.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with CNC punching machinery.
• Operating or assisting with press brake and sheet metal folding equipment.
• Carrying out basic welding and fabrication duties.
• Grinding, deburring and finishing metal components.
• Using hand tools and workshop machinery.
• Assisting with general assembly and production work.
• Working with sheet metal components.
• Following engineering drawings and instructions where required.
• Checking finished products for quality.
• Supporting different areas of the fabrication workshop.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Sheet metal

Fabrication processes

Workshop machinery

Practical/Mechanical ability

Teamwork

Learning mindset

Tools

CNC punching machinery

Press brake

Sheet metal folding

MIG welding

TIG welding

Hand tools

Job description

Semi-Skilled Fabrication Operative

Location: Cottenham, Cambridge
Pay Rate: £16.00 – £17.00 per hour, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-Time
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm
Working Week: 40 hours

About the Role

Interaction Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Semi-Skilled Fabrication Operative to join an established manufacturing company based in Cottenham, Cambridge.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous experience in a sheet metal fabrication or engineering workshop who is looking for a varied, hands‑on position.

We are not looking for a fully skilled fabricator or coded welder. Instead, we are looking for someone with a good basic understanding of fabrication processes who is confident using workshop machinery and happy to get involved in different areas of production.

The ideal candidate will have some experience in punching, folding, welding or general sheet metal work.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with CNC punching machinery.




• Operating or assisting with press brake and sheet metal folding equipment.




• Carrying out basic welding and fabrication duties.




• Grinding, deburring and finishing metal components.




• Using hand tools and workshop machinery.




• Assisting with general assembly and production work.




• Working with sheet metal components.




• Following engineering drawings and instructions where required.




• Checking finished products for quality.




• Supporting different areas of the fabrication workshop.




• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a fabrication, sheet metal or engineering workshop.




• Basic knowledge of punching, folding or welding processes.




• Experience using hand tools and workshop equipment.




• Good practical and mechanical ability.




• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.




• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.




• Reliable, hardworking and flexible with duties.

Desirable Experience

Experience in any of the following would be advantageous:

• CNC punching or punch press machinery.




• Press brake operating or sheet metal folding.




• Basic MIG or TIG welding.




• CNC plasma cutting.




• Powder coating.




• Grinding, deburring and metal finishing.




• General fabrication and assembly.

You do not need experience in all of these areas. Candidates with some relevant workshop experience who are willing to learn will be considered.

Working Hours & Pay

• Monday to Friday




• 7:00am – 3:30pm




• 40 hours per week




• £16.00 – £17.00 per hour, depending on experience




• Annual salary equivalent: £33,280 – £35,360 based on 40 hours per week

The Ideal Candidate

We are particularly interested in candidates who have worked as:

• Semi-Skilled Fabrication Operative




• Sheet Metal Operative




• Workshop Operative




• Production / Fabrication Operative




• Press Brake Operator




• CNC Machine Operator




• Engineering Operative




• General Fabrication Assistant

The successful candidate will be someone who has gained practical experience within a manufacturing or fabrication environment and is comfortable carrying out a variety of workshop tasks.

You do not need to be an expert in every process, but you should have some hands‑on fabrication experience and a willingness to develop your skills.