Multiskilled Fabrication Operative

Multiskilled Fabrication Operative

Location: Cottenham, Cambridge Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Job Type: Full-Time Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm Working Week: 40 hours

About the Role

My client is currently looking for an experienced Multiskilled Fabrication Operative to join their busy and established manufacturing team based in Cottenham, Cambridge.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a good all-round understanding of sheet metal fabrication who is looking for a varied, hands-on role within a well-established engineering and manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will have experience working within a fabrication workshop, with knowledge of punching, folding and welding processes. You do not need to be highly skilled in every area, but you must have a good practical understanding of general fabrication work and be willing to support different areas of production.

Key Responsibilities

Operating and assisting with CNC punching machinery.

Carrying out sheet metal folding and bending using press brake machinery.

Undertaking general welding and fabrication duties.

Working with sheet metal components to produce finished products.

Reading and following engineering drawings and job specifications.

Carrying out quality checks to ensure products meet required standards.

Assisting with assembly and finishing processes where required.

Supporting different departments within the fabrication workshop.

Ensuring machinery, tools and equipment are used safely and correctly.

Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Following all health and safety procedures and company policies.

Working alongside other team members to meet production deadlines.

Skills & Experience Required

Previous experience working within a sheet metal fabrication or engineering workshop.

Good general understanding of punching, folding and welding processes.

Experience operating fabrication machinery or working with sheet metal.

Ability to use hand tools and workshop equipment confidently.

Good attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Ability to follow instructions and work to production requirements.

Reliable, hardworking and punctual.

Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

Flexible and willing to assist with different workshop duties.

Desirable Experience

CNC punching machine experience.

Press brake operating or setting experience.

MIG or TIG welding experience.

Powder coating or metal finishing knowledge.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Previous experience in a general fabrication or sheet metal manufacturing environment.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday

7:00am – 3:30pm

40 hours per week

Day shifts

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary, depending on experience.

Full-time position.

Monday to Friday day shifts.

Opportunity to develop skills across multiple fabrication processes.

Varied and hands-on working environment.

Opportunity to join an established manufacturing business.

The Ideal Candidate

My client is looking for someone who has worked in a fabrication workshop and has gained experience across a variety of sheet metal manufacturing processes.

You may currently be working as a Sheet Metal Worker, Fabrication Operative, Workshop Operative, General Fabricator or Press Brake Operator.

The ideal candidate will be someone who is practical, adaptable and happy to get involved in different areas of the workshop rather than specialising in just one process.

A broad understanding of punching, folding and welding is particularly important, while any powder coating experience would be an added advantage.

How to Apply

If you have previous experience in sheet metal fabrication and are looking for a varied, hands-on role with a well-established manufacturing company, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please contact:

Michael O'Hare Interaction Recruitment (phone number removed)