Skilled Fine Limit Sheet Metal Worker

Fine Limit Sheet Metal Worker

Aerospace & Defence | Precision Engineering

We are seeking an experienced Fine Limit Sheet Metal Worker to join a specialist manufacturing and fabrication team producing high-quality precision components for the aerospace and defence sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled sheet metal professional with experience in fine limit fabrication, hand forming and working to tight engineering tolerances. You will work with a range of traditional and exotic materials, manufacturing components to exacting customer specifications and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

* Carry out precision sheet metal fabrication, including bending, cutting, pressing, forming and stretching.

* Mark out, measure and inspect components to tight tolerances.

* Work with aluminium, stainless steel, titanium and Inconel.

* Read and interpret engineering drawings, sketches and verbal instructions.

* Set and operate machinery, including fly presses, brake presses and linishers.

* Hand-form prototype panels and components from flat sheet metal.

* Undertake riveting, drilling, trimming, deburring, filing and grinding operations.

* Assemble fabricated components and integrate machined parts where required.

* Ensure all manufactured components meet drawing specifications and quality requirements.

* Maintain tools, jigs and equipment in good working condition.

* Follow all relevant health and safety procedures and manufacturing processes.

The Ideal Candidate

* Extensive experience in precision or fine limit sheet metal fabrication.

* Previous experience within aerospace, defence or another highly regulated engineering environment.

* Practical hand-forming experience using a variety of sheet metal techniques.

* Experience working with exotic materials, particularly titanium and Inconel.

* Ability to interpret engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances.

* Experience using fabrication machinery and associated hand tools.

* A strong understanding of component quality, accuracy and attention to detail.

* A reliable, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Salary & Benefits

* Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

* 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing after five years' service.

* Employee healthcare contribution scheme.

* Employee Assistance Programme.

* Family-friendly working hours, with some flexibility around start and finish times.

* Shorter working day on Fridays.

* Life assurance at four times annual salary.

* Company pension contribution of 3%.

Apply Today

If you have a strong background in fine limit sheet metal work and are looking to develop your career within a precision aerospace and defence manufacturing environment, we would welcome your application