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Job Title: Sheet Metal Fabricator
Location: Basildon, Essex
Salary: £18.59
Hours of work: Day shift Monday - Thursday 07:00-16:00 / Friday 7:30-12:30
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
AMLR are looking for an experienced Sheet Metal Fabricator looking to join a leading aerospace manufacturer? This is an exciting opportunity to work within a precision engineering environment, manufacturing high-quality aerospace components using a variety of fabrication techniques and specialist machinery.
Key Responsibilities for the Sheet Metal Fabricator:
* Extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes, ideally within the aerospace or automotive industry.
* Interpret engineering drawings and aerospace specifications, working independently to produce high-quality components.
* Operate a range of fabrication machinery including brake press, Promecam, rubber press, guillotine and band saws.
* Set up and operate fabrication equipment to cut, bend and shape metal components.
* Measure, mark out and prepare materials using rulers, squares, scribes, dividers and other measuring equipment.
* Inspect parts, assemblies and completed components to ensure they meet engineering drawings and quality specifications.
* Carry out general sheet metal duties including deburring, drilling, fly press operations and calculating bend allowances.
* Manufacture components primarily from aluminium, with occasional work using mild steel and stainless steel.
* Perform stretch forming, shrinking, flattening and shaping operations using hand tools and specialist equipment.
* Work in accordance with ISO 9001 quality procedures and company standards.
* Support production schedules by working effectively within cross-functional teams.
* Apply problem-solving skills to resolve manufacturing issues and improve production efficiency.
* Follow lean manufacturing principles and modern fabrication techniques.
* Maintain high standards of health and safety and adhere to all standard operating procedures.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives across Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and People (SQCDP).
Requirements for the Sheet Metal Fabricator:
* Previous experience within precision engineering or sheet metal fabrication.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
* Experience operating brake presses, rubber presses, guillotines, band saws and other fabrication machinery.
* Competent using hand tools and fabrication equipment.
* Experience working with aluminium, mild steel and stainless steel.
* Knowledge of fabrication techniques including deburring, drilling, bend allowances, stretch forming and shrinking.
* Understanding of ISO 9001 quality standards.
* Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
* Strong attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety.
If you are proactive, quality-driven, and ready to take the next step in your career, apply now or submit your most up-to-date CV to j . reid @ amlr. uk or to discuss how we can find you your next move within your chosen sector with one of the many career opportunities we currently have, Tel:
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