Sheet Metal Worker - Farnborough

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established Aerospace manufacturing customer based in Farnborough, who are seeking a skilled Sheet Metal Worker to join their high performing team. The company is a leading supplier of precision components and assemblies, including pipework, ducts, and fasteners, to OEMs and Tier 1s across both civil and military Aerospace sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fabricate components and assemblies from sheet metal according to engineering drawings.
• Cut and prepare parts for welding and detail assembly.
• Carry out operations such as swaging, dressing, and setting parts after heat treatment or welding.
• Utilise special processes and deburring methods to meet required standards.
• Polish and finish parts to high-quality requirements.
• Ensure batch cards are stamped and job data is updated in BDE system.
• Follow the Work To List to maintain production schedules.
• Book jobs on and off in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain 5S standards within the department.
• Support internal and customer audits as required.
• Comply with all Health & Safety requirements and company quality standards.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with exotic sheet metals to fine tolerances.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented with strong quality focus.
• Flexible and willing to support other roles within the business.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety practices in a manufacturing environment.

Desirable:

• Indentured apprenticeship within aerospace or similar industry.
• Experience within an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ISO9001 / AS9100 standards.
• Experience in disciplines such as Sheet Metal, Coppersmithing, Welding, and Machining.
• Contribution to process improvement, quality, and time-saving initiatives.

Benefits:

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional service-based leave.
• Life insurance cover.
• Company-provided uniform.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Free onsite parking.