Sheet Metal Worker (Assembly & Riveting Technician) - Early Shift

Accrofab Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Accrofab Ltd. in Derby is seeking a Semi-Skilled Sheet Metal Worker (Assembly & Riveting Technician) for an early shift.

The role involves assembly and riveting of sheet metal components, reading data cards, and setting up machines to required specifications. You will work to tight tolerances, use riveting equipment and measuring tools, and maintain 5S standards while contributing to continuous improvement and safe operations.

Qualifications

• :minimum 3 years' aerospace experience
• Reading data cards and drawings to set up and operate machinery
• Proficient riveting with required equipment and hand tools
• Able to read data cards and drawings to required level
• Maintain 5S housekeeping and safety compliance

Responsibilities

• Assemble and rivet sheet metal components per procedures.
• Read data cards and drawings for machine setup and operation.
• Set up machines with correct settings and tooling.
• Complete riveting to required output per job card instructions.
• Use riveters, measuring tools, and hand tools accurately.

Skills

Read data cards

Read engineering drawings

Riveting operations

Measuring equipment

5S housekeeping

Tools

Riveting equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Sheet Metal Worker (Assembly & Riveting Technician) - Early Shift

Full time Accrofab Derby

We have a vacancy within our Manufacturing Department and are currently recruiting for a Semi-Skilled Sheet Metal Worker (Assembly & Riveting Technician). We are looking for candidates who have relevant and proven experience seeking an opportunity to develop their skills and join a growing Organisation.

ShiftPattern: 36.5 hours each week working the Early Shift; 06.00 - 14.30 Monday to Thursday, and 06.00 - 10.30 on Fridays. You will be entitled to two breaks Monday to Thursday, one 10-minute unpaid break and one 20-minute unpaid break.

Responsibilities specific to the role:

• Assembly and Riveting of Sheet metal components in accordance with relevant procedures.
• Ability to read and understand data cards and drawings to the level required for machine set up and operation.
• Set up machines with the required settings and tooling in accordance with relevant procedures.
• Complete riveting operations efficiently in accordance with Job Card instructions to achieve the required output levels.
• Skilled in the use of riveting equipment, measuring equipment and hand tools.

General responsibilities;

• Comply with all company Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) requirements.
• Read and understand the requirements on the Job Card for the operation to be carried out.
• Ensure that all the documentation required to carry out the operation in accordance with the Job Card is available at the point of use and at the correct revision.
• Read and understand all manufacturing instructions prior to commencing an operation, this includes, Engineering Drawings, Data Cards, etc.
• Use of all measuring equipment as required to check conformance to requirements.
• Carry out in process inspection in accordance with relevant specifications to ensure that components are conforming prior to passing on to subsequent operations.
• Ensure that components identified as non-conforming during in process inspection are identified and communicated in accordance with the Non-Conformance Procedure.
• Complete all work booking requirements within the MRP system to ensure accurate WIP records.
• Follow work handling and storage instructions to prevent damage to components.
• Support Root Cause Analysis activities when non-conformance occurs to prevent reoccurrence.
• Ensure that work areas are tidy, cleaned and maintained in accordance with 5S requirements.
• Engage and contribute to Continuous Improvement activities to maximise efficiency.
• Comply with all company procedures and policies.

Person Specification:

• Build good working relationships always acting as a team player
• Maintain high attention to detail and process adherence applying a right first-time mentality
• Be reliable and dedicated
• Manage workload and be organised, prioritising where necessary
• Be conscious of, and adhere to housekeeping requirements
• Preferably 3 years' experience in the Aerospace Industry
• Experience of reading engineering drawings and working to tight tolerances

We will be selecting a candidate who is aligned with our RISE Values; Respect, Integrity, Safety and Excellence, and who collaborates well with others to maximise teamworking.

We are an equal opportunities employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact us.