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Job title Tube Setter/Bender

Job overview

We are looking for an experienced and skilled Tube Setter/Bender to join our team in Coventry. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting and operating machinery to cut, grind, notch, and bend metal tubes to create high-quality chassis and other parts for the Land Rover aftermarket.

This is a full-time, permanent position after a 13-week temporary-to-permanent period. The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for detail, precision, and a commitment to quality.

Key responsibilities

Machine setup: Set up and operate tube bending, cutting, notching, and grinding machines according to technical drawings and job orders.
Fabrication: Manipulate and shape metal tubes to precise specifications, ensuring that all components meet quality standards.
Quality control: Inspect all finished parts to ensure they meet the required dimensions and tolerances.
Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance and cleaning on machinery to ensure optimal performance and a safe working environment.
Material handling: Prepare and organise raw materials and manage finished components efficiently.
Safety compliance: Adhere to all company health and safety procedures and guidelines.Skills and qualifications

Proven experience as a Tube Setter/Bender or similar role in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and job orders accurately.
Proficiency in operating tube bending machinery and associated tools.
Excellent attention to detail and strong manual dexterity.
A strong work ethic, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.Working hours and pay

Hourly rate: £14.00 to £15.00 per hour (before deductions), depending on experience.
Weekly hours: 38 hours per week.
Shift pattern:
Monday-Thursday: 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. (early finish)
Pay cycle: Weekly, paid every Thursday, one week in arrears.Benefits

Contract type: Full-time, permanent position after a successful temporary-to-permanent period of 13 weeks.
Holiday allowance: 22 days holiday plus all Bank Holidays (once permanent).
Equipment: All necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) and tools are supplied.
Parking: Free on-site car parking is available