Mechanical Fitter

Role: Mechanical Assembler / Fitter

Location: Bedfordshire

Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: £32,400

An excellent opportunity has now arisen for a Multi-skilled Mechanical Assembler / Fitter to join a long established and respected engineering manufacturing company.

This is an interesting and varied role, assembling and fitting high-quality components used in stainless steel food processing equipment.

Duties of a Mechanical Assembler / Fitter:

• Assemble and fit manufacturing components to a high standard
• Work from engineering drawings to complete builds accurately
• Carry out mechanical motor fitting, stripping, and rebuilding
• Build and install pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Assemble and fit bearing housings
• Use a range of hand tools and mechanical equipment
• Build special purpose machinery
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and organisation
• Follow health & safety procedures, including risk assessments and method statements
• Adhere to company rules and processes
• Work in the factory or on client sites when required

What we would like from you:

• Proven experience in mechanical assembly and fitting
• Experience with motors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and machinery builds
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
• Proficiency with hand tools and mechanical equipment
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• A recognised engineering qualification (e.g. City & Guilds) is desirable or equivalent experience

Working Hours:

• Monday: 7:30am - 1:00pm / 1:30pm - 4:00pm
• Tuesday: 7:30am - 1:00pm / 1:30pm - 4:30pm
• Wednesday & Thursday: 7:30am - 1:00pm / 1:30pm - 5:00pm
• Friday: 7:30am - 12:00pm

Overtime is generally available and paid at 1.5x Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings.Benefits:

• Annual bonus based on company performance
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing to 26 with service)
• Life assurance
• Sick pay scheme
• Pension scheme
• Workwear provided
• Subsidised drinks and snacks
• Staff meals and events

If you are interested in this role, please apply below with your most recent CV.

BEDFORDPERM

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