Semi-Skilled Sheet Metal Workers (Semi-Skilled)

Overview

Reference
Semi-Skilled

Salary
£15 - £18/hour

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East of England -- Cambridgeshire -- Cottenham

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
04 November 2026


Semi-Skilled Sheet Metal Workers

Location: Cottenham, Cambridge
Salary: £15.00 – £18.00 per hour, depending on experience
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm
Working Week: 40 hours
Job Type: Full-Time

About the Role

Interaction Recruitment is recruiting for Semi-Skilled Sheet Metal Workers to join an established manufacturing company based in Cottenham, Cambridge.

We are looking for hands-on individuals with previous sheet metal or fabrication workshop experience who are confident using machinery and willing to develop their skills.

You do not need to be a fully skilled sheet metal worker, but some practical experience is essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operating or assisting with CNC punching machinery.

  • Folding and bending sheet metal using press brake machines.

  • Cutting, grinding and deburring metal components.

  • Carrying out basic sheet metal fabrication and assembly.

  • Using hand tools and workshop equipment.

  • Reading and following basic engineering drawings.

  • Checking finished components for quality.

  • Supporting general workshop production.

Skills & Experience Required

  • Previous experience working with sheet metal or in a fabrication workshop.

  • Basic knowledge of punching, folding or bending processes.

  • Confident using hand tools and workshop machinery.

  • Good practical and mechanical ability.

  • Reliable, hardworking and willing to learn.

  • Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Experience

  • CNC punching

  • Press brake operating

  • Sheet metal folding and bending

  • Basic MIG or TIG welding

  • Grinding and deburring

  • CNC plasma cutting

  • General sheet metal assembly

You do not need experience in all these areas. Training and development will be available for candidates with the right attitude and basic experience.

Pay & Working Hours

  • £15.00 – £18.00 per hour, depending on experience.

  • Monday to Friday.

  • 7:00am – 3:30pm.

  • 40 paid hours per week.

  • Annual salary equivalent: £31,200 – £37,440.

How to Apply

If you have previous sheet metal experience and are looking for your next opportunity in Cottenham, Cambridge, please send your CV or contact:

Michael O'Hare
Interaction Recruitment
01462 670666
michael.ohare@irweb.co.uk

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Contact information

Michael O'Hare