Metal Fabricator

County Durham Temp to Perm
Metal Fabricator Location: County Durham

An established manufacturing business is seeking a Metal Fabricator to join its growing production team.

This position is ideally suited to a fabricator who enjoys working with lightweight aluminium products and assemblies. While welding experience is desirable, this is not a dedicated welding role. The focus is on fabrication, assembly, finishing, and producing high-quality components to specification.

The Role Working within a busy manufacturing environment, you will be responsible for fabricating and assembling aluminium products to a high standard, ensuring quality and production targets are consistently met.

Key responsibilities include:

• Fabricating and assembling aluminium components from engineering drawings.
• Cutting, drilling, folding and preparing materials for manufacture.
• Using a variety of hand tools and workshop equipment.
• Carrying out basic welding activities where required.
• Ensuring all products meet quality standards and customer specifications.
• Conducting self-inspection of completed work.
• Working closely with colleagues across production to achieve delivery deadlines.
• Maintaining a safe, organised and efficient working environment.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a fabrication or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience working with aluminium, sheet metal or light gauge materials.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.
• Good practical skills and a hands-on approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Desirable Experience

• Basic MIG or TIG welding experience.
• Experience with aluminium fabrication.
• Experience using workshop machinery such as guillotines, presses, saws or drills.
• Background in architectural metalwork, façades, flashings or bespoke manufacturing.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled fabricator looking to develop their career within a stable and growing manufacturing business. The role would particularly suit someone whose strengths lie in fabrication and assembly, with welding viewed as a useful secondary skill rather than the primary focus of the position.

To apply, please submit your CV for a confidential discussion.