Quality inspector/ Setter required for a busy sheet metal engineering workshop.

About the Company:

Chasestead LTD is a Letchworth based company specialising in Prototypes & Low Volume Production Sheet Metal Pressings, Stampings and Fabrication to the Highest Quality, working in many different sectors. Customers include Ford motors, Lockheed Martin, Warner brothers and McLaren.

ROLE:

• Chasestead is the market leaders and currently have an opening for a Quality Inspector to join their expanding team.
• Responsible for carrying out the inspection of models (assemblies, sub-assemblies, and individual components) in accordance with the specification given in the route cards.
• Assist with the scheduling of inspection work to meet agreed project resource plans with regular communication of schedules to the project Teams.
• Model Manufacturing Centre (MMC) Raise Concession Reports for submission and approval to Customers.
• Responsibilities - Coordinate Measurement Machines Completing and inspection of component and sub-assembly Reporting results.
• Final Inspection
  • Programme new components on the CMM machines
  • Run Parts and complete inspection reports to schedule.
  • Visual batch check
  • Feedback information to the manufacturing department
• Interim & First Off Inspection
• Maintain ISO9001-2000 and AS9100 Quality System

Requirements:

• Knowledge of using a creaform scanning system would be an advantage, training will be given to the right applicant.
• Monitor the progress and conduct training as appropriate of newly inducted or trainees Lead the technical development of the inspection capability including the inspection.
• Actively seek opportunities for Continuous Improvement of inspection procedures.
• Welding visual inspection / CSWIP knowledge would be an advantage.
• The ability to read and work from engineering drawings.
• Ability to program CMM bridge machinery/Romer Portable Scanner Arm/CMM
• Knowledge and experience of “PC-DMIS” & Delcam Power Inspect
• Automotive industry experience would be an advantage.
• Geometric tolerance knowledge
• Able to read engineering drawings.
• PPAP knowledge

In return we offer:

• 25 days leave plus statutory holidays per year.
• 5 hour working week.
• £18-22 /hr depending on experience.
• Regular overtime at X1.5
• Bonus scheme
• Modern machinery in a bespoke building.
• Sick pay scheme

Trainee CAD Technician required for a busy sheet metal engineering workshop.

About the Company:

Chasestead LTD is a Letchworth based company specialising in Prototypes & Low Volume Production Sheet Metal Pressings, Stampings and Fabrication to the Highest Quality, working in many different sectors. Customers include Ford motors, Lockheed Martin, Warner brothers and McLaren.

ROLE:

As a Trainee CAD Technician, you will be required to prepare drawings from initial conception through to completion and you will play a key role in ensuring customer enquiries are processed accurately and efficiently. This entry-level role is ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on experience to begin a career in the manufacturing or engineering sector.

• Processing and recording customer enquiries.
• Produce accurate technical drawings and 3D models from initial concept to final design.
• Support the engineering team by preparing and modifying CAD drawings as required.
• Interpret technical specifications, customer requirements, and design briefs.
• Inputting and updating data into the ERP system.
• Assisting with the preparation of data for customer quotations.
• Managing, organising and interpreting customer CAD files and drawings.
• Checking material availability.
• General administrative support to the sales team.

Requirements:

• Actively seek opportunities for Continuous Improvement.
• Computer literate.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• A basic understanding of engineering or manufacturing is advantageous, but not essential.

In return we offer:

• 25 days leave plus statutory holidays per year.
• 37.5 hour working week.
• £10-£14/hr depending on experience rising with experience.
• Regular overtime at X1.5
• Bonus scheme.
• Modern machinery in a bespoke building.
• Sickpay scheme.
• Pension.

Sheet Metal Welder / Fabricator required for a busy sheet metal engineering workshop.

About the Company:

Chasestead LTD is a Letchworth based company specializing in Prototypes & Low Volume Production Sheet Metal Pressings, Stampings and Fabrication to the Highest Quality, working in many different sectors. Customers include Ford motors, Lockheed Martin, Warner brothers and McLaren.

ROLE:

• Welder Fabricator candidates must be able to read engineering drawings, understand tolerances / bend allowances / being experienced in / fabrication and sheet-metal machinery.
• Duties include Welding and fabrication in stainless steel, Aluminium, and mild steel material 1.0mm - 12mm thickness including pipework.
• The Ability to make assembly weld fixtures.
• MIG welding both sub and main assemblies either on a fabrication JIG or freehand.
• Sanding\Grinding components or assemblies to achieve the stated dimensions and finish.

Requirements:

• The role requires manual lifting so applicants should be fit and able.
• Actively seek opportunities for Continuous Improvement.
• Significant experience of thin gauge TIG & MIG welding
• Sheet Metal Fabrication experience
• Be able to fabricate Stainless steel, Aluminium and Mild steel.
• The ability to read and work from engineering drawings.
• City & Guilds Qualifications in welding and fabrication / Apprentice in Engineering would be an advantage.

In return we offer:

• 25 days leave plus statutory holidays per year.
• 5 hour working week
• £14.50-£20.50 /hr depending on experience
• Regular overtime at X1.5
• Bonus scheme
• Modern machinery in a bespoke building.
• Sickpay scheme