Fettler​/Polisher

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Fettler / Polisher Salary
£12.71 - £17/hour Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East of England -- Hertfordshire -- Letchworth Job Type
Temporary Posted
16 October 2026

Location: Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire
Salary: £12.71 – £17.00 per hour, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits: Free on-site parking

Our client, a well-established sheet metal manufacturing company based in Letchworth Garden City, is currently looking for an experienced Fettler / Polisher to join their busy production team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in metal finishing, grinding, polishing or fabrication who is looking for a permanent position within an established engineering and manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for finishing metal components to a high standard, ensuring all products meet the required quality and specification standards.

• Fettling, grinding and polishing sheet metal components
• Removing sharp edges, burrs and imperfections from fabricated parts
• Using hand tools, power tools and grinding equipment
• Preparing and finishing metal surfaces to a high standard
• Working from engineering drawings and job instructions
• Checking finished components for quality and accuracy
• Measuring components to ensure they meet required specifications
• Assisting with fabrication, assembly and basic welding tasks when required
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment
• Following health & safety procedures at all times
• Working closely with the production team to meet deadlines

• Previous experience in fettling, polishing, grinding or metal finishing
• Experience working within a sheet metal, fabrication or engineering environment
• Confident using hand tools, grinders and polishing equipment
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings would be advantageous
• Good attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work
• Good practical and mechanical skills
• Reliable, hardworking and punctual
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Previous welding or fabrication experience would be beneficial but is not essential

Full-time, Permanent

£12.71 – £17.00 per hour
, depending on experience.

Free on-site parking

Opportunity to develop existing engineering and metal finishing skills

Supportive production team

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Fettler / Polisher looking for a stable, long-term position within a busy sheet metal manufacturing company.