Fettler
Shillito Group
Sheffield · posted 20 August 2026
Salary
£14 an hour
Job type
full time
Location
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Category
Manufacturing/Surveying
Fettler
Location: Sheffield
Pay: Around £14.00 per hour, plus shift allowance
Shift Pattern: Continental shifts
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
The Role
Shillito Group is hiring an experienced Fettler on behalf of an established manufacturing business in Sheffield.
This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in heavy engineering or manufacturing who is confident using hand and power tools.
You will be working as part of a busy production team, fettling and finishing large metal components to make sure they meet the required quality standards before moving to the next stage of production.
What You'll Be Doing
Fettling, grinding and finishing metal components
Removing excess material, sharp edges, weld spatter and imperfections
Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
Checking finished components meet the required quality standards
Working from drawings, specifications and job instructions when required
Keeping your work area clean, safe and organised
Following all site health and safety procedures
Working closely with the wider production team
What We're Looking For
Ideally, you will have:
Previous experience as a Fettler, Grinder, Finisher or in a similar role
Experience working with metal components
A background in manufacturing or heavy engineering
Confidence using hand and power tools
Good practical and mechanical skills
Strong attention to detail
A good understanding of workplace health and safety
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
The reliability and flexibility to work continental shiftsExperience within steel, foundry, forging or heavy engineering would be an advantage.
What's on Offer?
Around £14.00 per hour
Additional shift allowance
Full-time, permanent position
Continental shift pattern
Stable work with an established Sheffield manufacturer
Training and development opportunitiesShillito Group is a specialist recruitment and executive search partner, working with ambitious businesses to secure high-impact talent across commercial and engineering markets. Our reputation is built on deep expertise, trusted relationships and delivering results that go beyond the brief
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