General Labourer / Trainee Fabrication Operative
Location:
Cottenham, Cambridge Pay Rate:
From £12.71 per hour Job Type:
Full-Time Hours:
Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm Working Week:
40 hours About the Role
Interaction Recruitment is currently recruiting for a
General Labourer / Trainee Fabrication Operative
to join an established manufacturing company based in Cottenham, Cambridge. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is hardworking, reliable and keen to learn new skills within a busy engineering and fabrication workshop. No previous fabrication, welding or engineering experience is required, as full training will be provided. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, good practical ability and a willingness to get stuck in and help across different areas of the workshop. The successful candidate will initially assist with general labouring, workshop duties and production tasks, with the opportunity to receive hands-on training in CNC punching, sheet metal folding, welding and other fabrication processes. Key Responsibilities
Carrying out general labouring duties within the fabrication workshop.
Assisting skilled fabricators and machine operators.
Moving, handling and preparing metal materials and components.
Loading and unloading machinery.
Assisting with general production and assembly work.
Grinding, deburring and finishing metal components.
Using basic hand tools and workshop equipment.
Keeping work areas clean, tidy and organised.
Checking components for quality.
Supporting different departments within the workshop.
Following health and safety procedures.
Learning to operate fabrication machinery under supervision.
Training & Development
Full training will be provided in a range of fabrication and engineering processes, including: CNC Punching:
Learning how to assist with and operate CNC punching machinery.
Press Brake / Sheet Metal Folding:
Training in folding and forming sheet metal components.
Basic Welding:
Introduction to MIG and TIG welding techniques.
CNC Plasma Cutting:
Learning the basics of cutting metal using CNC machinery.
Powder Coating:
Assisting with preparing and coating metal components.
Grinding & Finishing:
Developing skills in deburring, grinding and finishing metalwork.
General Fabrication:
Learning how metal components are manufactured and assembled.
Engineering Drawings:
Developing a basic understanding of drawings and workshop instructions.
You do not need previous experience in these areas. The company is happy to train someone who demonstrates the right attitude and willingness to learn. Skills & Experience Required
Previous experience in general labouring, warehouse, production or manual work would be advantageous but is not essential.
A hardworking and reliable attitude.
Willingness to learn new skills and operate machinery.
Good practical ability and confidence working with your hands.
Ability to follow instructions and work safely.
Comfortable carrying out physical and manual duties.
Good timekeeping and attendance.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility to assist with different workshop tasks.
No previous engineering or fabrication experience is necessary. Working Hours & Pay
Monday to Friday
7:00am – 3:30pm
40 hours per week
Pay starting from £12.71 per hour
Annual salary equivalent from £26,436.80 based on 40 hours per week
The Ideal Candidate
We are particularly interested in candidates who have previously worked as: General Labourer
Factory Operative
Production Operative
Warehouse Operative
Workshop Labourer
Manufacturing Operative
Assembly Operative
General Production Assistant
Trainee Engineering Operative
However, candidates from other backgrounds who are practical, hardworking and keen to learn will also be considered. The most important qualities are
reliability, a strong work ethic and a genuine willingness to learn. What's on Offer
Pay starting from £12.71 per hour.
Full-time, Monday to Friday working hours.
Day shifts with no weekend work as part of the standard schedule.
Full training in fabrication and engineering processes.
Opportunity to learn CNC punching, folding, welding and other workshop skills.
Varied, hands-on work.
Opportunity to develop a long-term career within manufacturing and engineering.
Support from experienced workshop staff.
How to Apply
If you are hardworking, reliable and looking for an opportunity to learn new skills within a fabrication and engineering workshop in Cottenham, Cambridge, we'd love to hear from you. No previous fabrication experience is required – just the right attitude and willingness to learn. Please apply with your latest CV or contact: Michael O'Hare Interaction Recruitment
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