Sheet Metal Worker, Christchurch, £18.00 an hour  

Purpose

As a Sheet Metal Worker, you will play a vital role in fabricating high-quality sheet metal parts to meet exacting specifications, contributing to the production of essential components used in aircraft manufacturing.

Employer

Our client is a globally recognized leader in high-quality manufacturing, known for its commitment to excellence and innovation. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a modern, well-equipped environment, with benefits including:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Overtime paid at X1.5 & X2
• Monday – Friday day shifts, with an early finish on Fridays
• Life cover
• Company sick scheme
• Opportunities for progression
• On-site parking and access by public transport
• A friendly, supportive work environment

As a Sheet Metal Worker, your responsibilities will include:

• Fabricating sheet metal components based on customer drawings and tooling specifications.
• Operating a range of sheet metal machinery, such as the wheeling jig, rollers, brake press, stretch former, shrinkers, and stretching machines.
• Carefully reading and following engineering plans to produce accurate parts.
• Maintaining a clean, organized workspace to support a safe and efficient environment.
• Working independently or collaboratively within tight production schedules.
• Supporting other departments as needed following appropriate training.

As a Sheet Metal Worker, you will have

• The ability to read and interpret complex aircraft drawings and specifications.
• Hands-on experience with hand-forming double-curvature parts in aluminium and steel for aircraft applications.
• A completed apprenticeship in aviation or a similar field, with at least 5 years of experience in sheet metal production.
• A proven track record of producing high-quality, detailed sheet metal components.

Interested?

To apply for this Sheet Metal Worker role, please submit your CV via this advert, or contact Will for more information.

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