At a Glance
- Tasks: Create and fabricate bespoke sheet metal components from engineering drawings.
- Company: Established manufacturing business with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary starting from £40,000 and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Immediate interviews available; training provided for the right candidate.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on exciting R&D projects.
- Qualifications: Strong hands-on sheet metal fabrication skills and ability to read engineering drawings.
The predicted salary is between 36621 - 44759 £ per year.
Sheet Metal Fabrication & Tooling
Location: Preston / Fulwood
Salary: From £40,000, with flexibility for the right candidate
Hours: Monday to Friday, 39.5 hours - 8am till 5pm - Friday 4.30pm finish
Contract: Permanent, Days
We are recruiting for an experienced Sheet Metal Fabricator to join a well-established manufacturing business. Although the role sits within R&D, previous R&D experience is not essential. The key requirement is strong hands-on sheet metal fabrication experience, combined with the ability to work from engineering drawings and manufacture components from scratch.
Duties
- Manufacture sheet metal tooling, jigs, fixtures and prototype components
- Work from engineering and mechanical drawings
- Cut, bend and form sheet metal
- Operate press brake and guillotine machinery
- Carry out MIG and TIG welding only when needed
- Drill, grind and finish fabricated components
- Modify and improve existing tooling
- Build components and tools from scratch
- Support testing and proving of new tooling
- Identify practical engineering issues and problem-solve
What We're Looking For
We are keen to speak to candidates with backgrounds such as:
- Sheet Metal Worker
- Sheet Metal Fabricator
- Tooling Technician
- Prototype Fabricator
- Tank and Vehicle Fabricator
- Skilled Fabricator
You should have strong sheet metal skills, be confident reading engineering drawings and have experience with bending, forming, press brake work and welding. Previous tooling or rotational moulding experience is not essential, as training can be provided. The ideal candidate will be practical, proactive and confident working independently on bespoke fabrication projects.
Interviews are available immediately.
Sheet Metal Fabricator in Glasgow employer: Employment Solutions Limited
Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of the UK's energy future, where your expertise as a Risk Project Manager will be valued and impactful. With a strong commitment to employee well-being, we offer an attractive salary package alongside generous benefits such as private medical insurance, a matched pension scheme, and a corporate gym membership. Our collaborative work culture fosters professional growth and encourages innovative risk management practices, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful contribution in a dynamic environment.
Contact Details:
Employment Solutions Limited Recruitment Team
