Bishops Stortford, England • Posted 2 weeks ago

Sheet Metal Worker (Router Operator)

UK United Kingdom From £17 /yr Company - Private Aerospace & Defence
Offered SalaryFrom £17 /yr
Job TypeCompany - Private
Location / ModeBishops Stortford, England
Sector / CategoryAerospace & Defence
Estimated Compensation Breakdown
Est. ≈ $21 USD/yr
Monthly Pay£1 / mo
Bi-Weekly Pay£1 / 2-wk
Hourly Rate£0.01 / hr

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Role Overview & Responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE:

Operate and program CNC routers to produce sheet metal work components to for assemblies & welded assemblies to AS9100 and/or equivalent quality standard. Follow procedures, read engineering drawings / lofts and produce work to a defined schedule.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Operate and program CNC routers (3 axis)
  • Operate Flo-Jet water jet profiler (2 axis)
  • Develop parts from drawings and to produce detailed parts.
  • Use hand tools for sheet cutting, shaping, dressing and shaping formed blanks.
  • Lay out, measure, and mark materials in line with drawings or templates using scribes, dividers, squares, rules and calculators.
  • Set up and operate fabricating machines including guillotine and band saws.
  • Use engineering measuring equipment to check dimensions are in line with drawing requirements.
  • Attend and participate in daily stand-up meetings (SQDCP).
  • Adhere to all health and safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
  • Perform any other duties within your capabilities as directed by the Company

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Previous experience knowledge of manufacturing processes, preferably within the aerospace or automotive industry.
  • Experience using 3 axis CNC routers (V Carve Pro and AlphaCam preferred)
  • Experience using 5 axis CNC routers highly desirable
  • Ability to read, understand engineering drawings and aerospace specifications
  • Ability to work in cross-functional teams to deliver parts on time
  • Problem analysis and decision making

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £16.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • On-site parking
  • Wellness programme

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

  • Performance bonus

Work Location: In person

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Sheet Metal Worker (Router Operator)Inflite Engineering Services Ltd • Bishops Stortford, England