Sheet metal operators

Sheet Metal machinery operators required by busy established aerospace parts manufacturing company. The roles involve the use of variety of Sheet metal machinery such as presses, guillotines and saws to assist in the manufacture of aircraft parts. This is a role where reliability, accuracy and attention to detail are essential, working to defined schedules and aerospace quality standards.

Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.

Key responsibilities

Read and interpret engineering drawings, lofts, templates and specifications

Lay out, measure and mark materials accurately using appropriate tools (squares, rules, dividers, scribes, calculators)

Set up and operate fabrication machinery including press brakes, guillotines, folding machines, shears, turret punches, band-saws and presses

Cut, bend, form and assemble sheet metal components from layout through to finishing

Use hand and power tools for fitting, trimming and finishing work

Perform in-process and final quality checks to ensure parts meet tolerances and drawing requirements

Maintain accurate production records, escalate issues, and contribute to on-time delivery

Participate in daily stand-up meetings and support workplace organisation / improvement projects

Follow all health & safety, quality and regulatory requirements; keep a clean and safe work area

Required skills & experience

Proven experience in sheet metal fabrication/manufacturing (sheet metal worker/fabricator or similar)

Confident reading and working from technical/engineering drawings and specifications

Strong experience operating fabrication equipment (press brakes, guillotines, folding machinery, shears, etc.)

Competent with measuring equipment and inspection to drawing requirements

Experience working with mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium

Practical problem-solving skills and a quality-first mindset

Reliable, punctual and able to work independently and within cross-functional teams

Aerospace or automotive manufacturing exposure (and AS9100 familiarity) is desirable

n.b. we also have some junior versions of this role where less experience is considered.

These are permanent jobs. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. xwzovoh HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. WE aim to respond to all applications