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Job Title: Sheet Metal Worker
Location: Dorset
Salary: £16 - £20 per hour (DOE)
Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Full-time, Permanent)
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Sheet Metal Worker to join our Production Team. Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, you will play a crucial role in producing precision sheet metal components to customer specifications using a variety of fabrication techniques and machinery.
Key Responsibilities
- Manufacture sheet metal details according to customer drawings and tooling.
- Operate a range of sheet metal machinery, including Wheeling Jigs, Rollers, Brake Press, Stretch Former, Shrinkers, and Stretching Machines.
- Read and follow engineering drawings and planning sheets to ensure accurate fabrication.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace in line with health and safety standards.
- Work independently or as part of a team to meet tight production deadlines.
- Support other departments when required (following appropriate training).
Required Experience
- Ability to read and interpret aircraft drawings and specifications.
- Hands-on experience in hand-forming double-curvature aluminium and steel aircraft parts.
- Full indentured apprenticeship in aviation or a similar field.
- Experience in aircraft sheet metal production.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Strong attention to detail to ensure high-quality standards.
- Ability to grasp complex concepts and work methodically.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Highly customer-focused, proactive, and output-driven.
- A problem-solving mindset with an analytical approach.
- Comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
- Hands-on, motivated, and adaptable, with a ‘can-do’ attitude.
- IT literacy and an understanding of ITAR/EAR compliance may be required.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing company specialising in precision engineering. If you’re passionate about craftsmanship and have the skills to thrive in a high-performing team, we want to hear from you!
If you have any questions please contact Kirk at MDE UK, Bristol.
