Sheet Metal Worker

South West Recruitment; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 29,300 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Training and development

Permanent opportunity

Job summary

South West Recruitment is recruiting a Sheet Metal Worker for an ongoing temporary role in Ferndown, Dorset. The candidate will manufacture and assemble precision sheet metal components to high standards, using a range of machinery and hand tools.

The ideal candidate reads engineering drawings, has prior sheet metal experience and can work independently or in a team. Monday-Thursday 7:30am-4:45pm, Friday 7:30am-12:30pm; £14.50 per hour with overtime at 1.5x.

Qualifications

• Experience reading engineering drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Good problem-solving skills and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and fabricate sheet metal components from engineering drawings.
• Cutting, folding, forming and assembling sheet metal parts.
• Operate sheet metal machinery and hand tools.
• Perform drilling, tapping, countersinking and finishing operations as required.
• Inspect components against drawings and quality standards.
• Work with stainless steel, aluminium and mild steel.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment.

Skills

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Reliability & flexibility

Tools

Sheet metal machinery

Job description

Location: Ferndown, Dorset

Job Type: Ongoing Temporary (with the opportunity to become permanent)

Salary: £14.50 per hour with occasional overtime paid at 1.5x

Hours: 39 hours per week

Monday – Thursday: 7.30am – 4.45pm

Friday: 7.30am – 12.30pm

We are recruiting for an ongoing Temporary Sheet Metal Worker 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. The role is ongoing temporary, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate based on performance and business requirements.

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.

• 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

• 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

• £14.50 per hour with overtime paid at 1.5x.
• Ongoing temporary position with the opportunity to secure a permanent role depending on performance & business levels.
• 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.