Sheet Metal Fabricator
8 hours ago
Basildon
Job Title: Sheet Metal Fabricator Location: Basildon, Essex Salary: £18.59 Hours of work: Day shift Monday - Thursday 07:00-16:00 / Friday 7:30-12:30 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent AMLR are looking for an experienced Sheet Metal Fabricator looking to join a leading aerospace manufacturer? This is an exciting opportunity to work within a precision engineering environment, manufacturing high-quality aerospace components using a variety of fabrication techniques and specialist machinery. Key Responsibilities for the Sheet Metal Fabricator: • Extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes, ideally within the aerospace or automotive industry., • Interpret engineering drawings and aerospace specifications, working independently to produce high-quality components., • Operate a range of fabrication machinery including brake press, Promecam, rubber press, guillotine and band saws., • Set up and operate fabrication equipment to cut, bend and shape metal components., • Measure, mark out and prepare materials using rulers, squares, scribes, dividers and other measuring equipment., • Inspect parts, assemblies and completed components to ensure they meet engineering drawings and quality specifications., • Carry out general sheet metal duties including deburring, drilling, fly press operations and calculating bend allowances., • Manufacture components primarily from aluminium, with occasional work using mild steel and stainless steel., • Perform stretch forming, shrinking, flattening and shaping operations using hand tools and specialist equipment., • Work in accordance with ISO 9001 quality procedures and company standards., • Support production schedules by working effectively within cross-functional teams., • Apply problem-solving skills to resolve manufacturing issues and improve production efficiency., • Follow lean manufacturing principles and modern fabrication techniques., • Maintain high standards of health and safety and adhere to all standard operating procedures., • Support continuous improvement initiatives across Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and People (SQCDP). Requirements for the Sheet Metal Fabricator: • Previous experience within precision engineering or sheet metal fabrication., • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications., • Experience operating brake presses, rubber presses, guillotines, band saws and other fabrication machinery., • Competent using hand tools and fabrication equipment., • Experience working with aluminium, mild steel and stainless steel., • Knowledge of fabrication techniques including deburring, drilling, bend allowances, stretch forming and shrinking., • Understanding of ISO 9001 quality standards., • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles., • Strong attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team., • Commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety. If you are proactive, quality-driven, and ready to take the next step in your career, apply now or submit your most up-to-date CV to j . reid @ amlr. uk or to discuss how we can find you your next move within your chosen sector with one of the many career opportunities we currently have, Tel: and ask for Jane Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK with a British Passport