Metal Fabricator

Metal Fabricator

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Location: Near Uxbridge, West London
Salary: £35,593 + overtime {5+ hours per week available}
Interview Process: One-stage, onsite
Start Date: ASAP
Syntech Recruitment is working on a retained basis for a UK aerospace and defence manufacturer, renowned for producing high-precision components. This is an excellent opportunity to join a clean, modern manufacturing facility offering long-term stability and development.
We are recruiting a Metal Fabricator to support the manufacture of high-accuracy pipework and mechanical assemblies. This role is ideal for someone with experience in tube bending, metal fabrication, deburring, and fettling, who enjoys practical, hands-on engineering work within a quality-driven environment
Why join?
* £35,593 (depending on experience)
* Overtime paid at 1.5x (typically 5–10 hours per week)
* Fantastic company pension scheme
* Healthcare plan
* Early Friday finish for improved work–life balance
* Opportunity to work on aerospace-grade precision components
* Clean, modern working environment
* Long-term role with development opportunities
Metal Fabricator Duties
* Read and interpret engineering drawings and build instructions
* Carry out tube bending using semi-automatic machines and form blocks
* Use workshop equipment including presses, saws, and hand tools
* Perform deburring, fettling, and finishing to prepare components to specification
* Assemble metallic components using fixtures, adhesives, and handheld tools
* Carry out visual inspection to ensure parts meet quality standards
* Record build progress and traceability using SAP or similar ERP systems
* Work to SOPs while maintaining high safety and quality standards
Metal Fabricator Profile
* Proven experience as a Metal Fabricator or Tube Bender
* Confident xiskglj using tube bending machines and form blocks
* Strong background in deburring and fettling
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings accurately
* Experience operating machinery requiring dimensional or co-ordinate input
* Mechanical assembly experience within manufacturing or precision engineering
* High attention to detail and confidence using workshop tools
* Basic computer skills (ERP experience beneficial; SAP ideal)
Simply apply today to speak to one of our consultants.
All candidates will go through a base line security vetting process (BPSS) before employment commences