Overview
Sheet Metal Fabricator – Location: Reading – Salary: £32,000 - £34,000 + overtime + bonus – Hours: Monday – Friday (7:30am to 3:30pm) – Benefits: 28 days annual leave + Pension + bonus + parking
Syntech are representing one of the UK’s most respected SME’s in their next phase of growth. We require a skilled Sheet Metal Fabricator, someone with experience in Tube Bending is required on a full-time basis to join the team at their Reading factory.
Responsibilities
* Operating semi-CNC and manual tube-bending machines to bend titanium, stainless steel and aluminium pipes for precision assemblies.
* Working to tight tolerances using jigs, CMMs, and measurement tools to ensure all bends meet spec.
* Interpreting engineering drawings and instructions to set up bending sequences and prepare tube stock.
* Prepping and assembling bent tubing in welding jigs ready for TIG welding.
* Managing the tube-bending bay, including tooling, stock, and area cleanliness, this is your zone.
* Collaborating with engineers and project managers to offer manufacturability feedback and support continuous improvement.
* Occasionally supporting other areas of the workshop to meet key project deadlines.
Experience
* Proven experience in an engineering workshop environment, particularly in roles requiring precision assembly and attention to detail.
* The ability to read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings and technical instructions.
* Basic computer literacy, with a willingness to learn industry-specific software (full training provided).
* A hands-on, problem-solving mindset, you’ll need to think on your feet to overcome challenges and ensure deadlines are met.
* Tube-bending experience is a strong advantage, but not essential, we’ll train the right person with the right attitude.
* An interest or background in motorsport or high-performance engineering would be a bonus.
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