Sheet Metal Worker

Sheet Metal Worker (SHEET
26442) Widnes, England

Salary: £16.27 per hour

Location: Widnes

Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday 7:30am to 4:30pm, Friday 7:30am to 12:00pm (38.5 hours per week)

Contract Type: Temporary to permanent

The Role:

We are currently recruiting for a Sheet Metal Worker to join a busy manufacturing team. This is a hands‑on role responsible for the processing and assembly of customer orders, ensuring every product is manufactured to the highest quality standards and exact customer specifications.

As a Sheet Metal Worker, you will be responsible for checking materials against production and works orders, using a variety of metalworking machinery and welding equipment to manufacture and assemble products. You will carry out thorough quality checks on your own work before handing completed jobs over for final inspection and undertake any remedial work required.

Duties will include using general metalworking equipment, maintaining excellent housekeeping standards, ensuring the correct PPE is worn, and adhering to all health and safety procedures. You will work closely with colleagues as part of a small team, supporting others where required and bringing any quality or safety concerns to the attention of the Team Leader. Specialist equipment such as press brakes and CNC punch/plasma machinery will be operated by trained personnel and are not required for this role.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established business offering 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays and the chance to work within a quality‑focused environment.

• City & Guilds Level 3 in Fabrication/Welding or NVQ equivalent is essential
• Previous experience within sheet metal work, including light to medium fabrication
• TIG welding experience is preferred but not essential
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Knowledge of general metalworking machinery such as hydraulic metalworkers, MAG drilling equipment, and pillar drills
• Experience using manual propane cutting equipment is advantageous
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality standards
• Experience working to deadlines and under minimal supervision
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong awareness of health and safety procedures
• Reliable with excellent timekeeping and attendance
• Minimum of 2 years of experience within a sheet metal role

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

JDR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.