Skilled Sheet Metal Worker (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Skilled Sheet Metal Worker (Aerospace): Manufacturing, assembling, and repairing complex sheet metal components for the aerospace industry with an accent on high precision and strict quality standards. Focus on executing forming, bending, cutting, and drilling operations according to detailed engineering drawings.

Location: Basildon, UK

Company

A leading aerospace manufacturing business specializing in high-precision components.

What you will do

• Manufacture, assemble, and repair sheet metal components based on detailed engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform forming, bending, cutting, drilling, and fitting operations across various materials.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and specialist fabrication equipment.
• Inspect finished work to ensure compliance with quality requirements and customer specs.
• Maintain accurate production documentation and records.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams while adhering to health and safety protocols.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a skilled sheet metal worker in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and engineering drawings.
• Strong knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes and techniques.
• Experience working with tight tolerances and high-quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.

Nice to have

• Aerospace manufacturing experience.