Mechanical Assembler / Fitter

Mechanical Assembler / Fitter



£30,420.00 plus overtime



Multi-skilled Assembler / Fitter is required by a long established and respected Engineering Manufacturing Company. This interesting role is to work on various types of assembly and fitting to a high standard for equipment used in the food processing industry.



Main purpose of the Mechanical Assembler / Fitter:



To assemble and fit all aspects of manufacturing components to a very high standard used to produce stainless steel processing equipment.



You must be able to work within a team, either in the main production area or if applicable on a client’s site and be aware of all aspects including Health & Safety, Production, Inspection and Discipline.



Duties for the Mechanical Assembler / Fitter:



* Experience in mechanical motor fitting/stripping and rebuilding.



* Experience in building air pneumatics.



* Experience in building and fitting bearing housings.



* Candidates need to be able to read and have good understanding of engineering drawings.



* Be proficient with the use of various hand tools and mechanical equipment.



* Have significant experience of building special purpose machinery.



* Experience in Hydraulics.



* Maintain good housekeeping/good order, motivation and discipline while working in the factory or on site.



* Uphold Health & Safety – Risk assessments/Method statements.



You will be required to supply basic hand tools, other specialised tools will be supplied.



Skills, experience for the Mechanical Assembler Fitter:



City & Guilds Qualifications in Engineering would be an advantage or a good engineering background.



Hours of work for the Mechanical Assembler Fitter:



You would be contracted to work 39 hours per week, Monday – Friday with a 10 minute break 10.00 am - 10.10 am and ½ hour lunch-break 1.00 pm - 1.30 pm. (half day working on a Friday)



Overtime is generally available paid at 1.5 times hourly rate Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings.



Benefits for the Mechanical Assembler Fitter:



Subsidised drinks and snacks are available from vending machines



Annual Bonus based on Company Performance



20 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing to 26 with service)



Life Assurance



Sick Pay Scheme



Pension Scheme



Workwear



Staff Meals/Events



For more information on The Mechanical Assembler / Fitter post, please contact Lisa Parsons on (phone number removed)