Sheet Metal Operative

South West Recruitment Ltd; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Career development

Modern manufacturing environment

Job summary

South West Recruitment Ltd is hiring a Permanent Sheet Metal Operative in Ferndown, Dorset. You will manufacture and assemble precision sheet metal components, reading engineering drawings and using sheet metal machinery to meet tight quality standards.

The role requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and in a team. 39 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 7:30am-4:45pm and Friday 7:30am-12:30pm, with an hourly rate of £16.00 and overtime paid at 1.5x.

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets engineering drawings to manufacture components
• Operates sheet metal machinery and hand tools safely and accurately
• Demonstrates high attention to detail and delivers quality work
• Adopts a proactive approach, solves problems and works independently or in a team

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and fabricate sheet metal components from drawings
• Cut, fold, form and assemble sheet metal parts
• Operate a range of sheet metal machinery and hand tools
• Drill, tap, countersink and finish parts as required
• Check components against drawings and quality standards
• Work with stainless steel, aluminium and mild steel
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised workspace
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to meet deadlines

Skills

Read drawings

Sheet metal machinery

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team player

Flexible

Tools

Sheet metal tools

Job description

£16.00 per hour with occasional overtime paid at

1.5x

Hours:

39 hours per week, Days

Monday - Thursday: 7.30am - 4.45pm

Friday: 7.30am - 12.30pm

We are recruiting for a

Permanent Sheet Metal Operative to join a well-established and respected precision engineering manufacturer based in

Ferndown, Dorset.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy production team manufacturing high-quality precision engineered components for a range of demanding industries.

If you have experience working with sheet metal and take pride in producing quality work to exacting standards, we'd like to hear from you.

The Role

As a Sheet Metal Worker, you will be responsible for manufacturing and assembling precision sheet metal components, ensuring all work is completed accurately and to a high standard.

Your duties will include:

• Manufacturing and fabricating sheet metal components from engineering drawings.
• Cutting, folding, forming and assembling sheet metal parts.
• Operating a range of sheet metal machinery and hand tools.
• Carrying out drilling, tapping, countersinking and other finishing operations where required.
• Checking components against drawings and quality standards.
• Working with a variety of materials including stainless steel, aluminium and mild steel.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Working closely with production and quality teams to meet manufacturing deadlines.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience working as a Sheet Metal Worker within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience using sheet metal machinery and associated hand tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A reliable and flexible attitude towards work.

What's on Offer

£16.00 per hour with overtime paid at

1.5x.

Permanent, full-time position.

• Monday to Friday days, with an early finish on Fridays.
• Modern manufacturing environment.
• Ongoing training and support.
• Excellent opportunity to develop your career with a successful engineering company.