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Posted 25 July, 2026

Sheet Metal Fabricator

Manpower
Cardiff, WLS, GB Full Time

Job Description

Sheet Metal FabricatorsLocation: CardiffSalary/Pay Rate: Dependent on experienceHours: Monday to Thursday, 06:30-15:00 | Friday, 06:00-14:00Employment Type: PermanentThe OpportunityWe are currently recruiting for several experienced Sheet Metal Fabrication professionals to join a growing manufacturing operation in support of increased production capacity and continued business growth.These are exciting opportunities to join an expanding fabrication team, with positions available across Turret Punch, Brake Press and Guillotine operations.The successful candidates will play an important role in strengthening the fabrication function, improving production flow and supporting the wider manufacturing operation. The client is open to considering candidates with different areas of specialist experience, so you do not need to have experience across every area to be considered.Experience within a busy production or manufacturing environment would be highly beneficial, alongside a strong understanding of safe working practices, quality standards and working accurately to engineering drawings and production specifications.Available RolesTurret Punch OperatorSet and operate turret punch machinery to produce accurate sheet metal components.Select appropriate tooling and check material specifications.Work accurately from engineering drawings and job requirements.Carry out first-off and ongoing quality checks.Ensure components are produced safely, efficiently and to the required standard.Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.Brake Press OperatorSet and operate brake press machinery to fold and form sheet metal components.Read and interpret engineering drawings and production specifications.Select the correct tooling for each job.Carry out first-off and ongoing inspection checks.Ensure finished components meet required dimensional and quality standards.Maintain safe working practices at all times.Guillotine OperatorOperate guillotine cutting equipment to cut sheet metal accurately and safely.Check material type and thickness before production.Follow cutting lists, drawings and production requirements.Maintain accuracy and consistency throughout the cutting process.Inspect finished cuts to ensure they meet required standards.Handle materials safely and support good housekeeping within the fabrication area.About YouWe are interested in hearing from candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:Sheet metal fabricationTurret punch operationBrake press operationGuillotine operationMachine setting and operatingWorking from engineering drawingsManufacturing or production environmentsQuality inspection and dimensional checksSafe handling of sheet metal and materialsCandidates with strong experience in a particular area of sheet metal fabrication are encouraged to apply, even if they do not have experience across all three disciplines.Apply TodayIf you have experience in sheet metal fabrication or operating fabrication machinery and are looking for your next opportunity within a growing manufacturing environment, we would be keen to hear from you.Apply today to be considered for one of several available positions.If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.TPBN1_UKTJ