Job Title: Metal Dresser

Location: Billingham
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent
Recruiter: Stafforce Recruitment
Start Date: ASAP
Shifts: 2-Shift Rotation (Days & Backs)
Positions Available: 2

Pay Rates:

• Induction Rate: £13.09 per hour
• Days (06:00 – 14:00): £15.18 per hour
• Backs (13:45 – 20:45): £16.36 per hour
• Plus Overtime Rates Available

Job Overview:

Stafforce are recruiting for two experienced Metal Dressers to join our client’s production team in Billingham. The successful candidates will be responsible for grinding, straightening tubes, and dressing welds using overhead cranes and various metal finishing tools. This role is key to ensuring high-quality standards in metal components and offers a temporary to permanent opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Grinding & Straightening: Remove surface defects and align tubes to exact tolerances
• Weld Dressing: Smooth and finish welds to meet safety and visual standards
• Overhead Crane Use: Operate overhead cranes safely to move tubes and materials
• Tool Maintenance: Clean and maintain equipment and workstations
• Quality Assurance: Inspect all finished work to meet internal specifications
• Safety Compliance: Follow site safety rules, use correct PPE, and maintain a safe work environment

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a similar metal dressing or finishing role
• Skilled in using grinders, dressing tools, and basic metalwork machinery
• Overhead crane experience preferred (certification is a bonus)
• Strong attention to detail and consistent work quality
• Understanding of health & safety regulations in an industrial setting
• Willingness to work a rotating 2-shift pattern and overtime as needed

Cost Code - s96