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• How many Metal Finisher jobs are available on Pertemps?

  There are 4 Metal Finisher jobs available on Pertemps right now.

• What does a Metal Finisher do?

  Metal finishers grind, file, or sand surfaces of metal items, for example automobile bodies and household appliances, using hand tools, power tools and knowledge of metal finishing techniques.

  Tasks required include:

  • Examines drawings and specifications to assess job requirements.
  • Uses template, measuring instruments and tools to mark out layout lines and reference points.
  • Uses hand or machine tools to bend, roll, fold, press or beat cut sheet metal.
  • Assembles prepared parts and joins them by bolting, welding or soldering.
  • Finishes product by grinding, filing, cleaning and polishing.
  • Repairs damaged metal parts such as copper sheets and tubes by beating, riveting, soldering, welding and fitting replacement parts.
  • Checks final product to ensure conformity with specifications.

• What are the entry requirements for a Metal Finisher?

  Entrants typically possess GCSEs/S grades. Training is usually via apprenticeship including practical experience and technical training and relevant NVQs at Level 2 and 3 are available.

• What other similar jobs are there to Metal Finisher?

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