Assembly Fitter

Fusion People; Loughborough; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks experienced Assembly Fitters for an ongoing contract in Loughborough. You will collaborate on transformer assembly, interpreting engineering drawings and adhering to quality standards. This role requires a flexible approach to shift work and relevant engineering qualifications.

Qualifications

• Engineering apprenticeship preferred.
• Overhead crane and MEWP qualifications are ideal.
• Experience in mechanical fitting or electrical background is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Building and assembling transformers according to engineering specifications.
• Fitting and crimping components for power transformers.
• Conducting electrical testing and ensuring quality compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering-related apprenticeship

Tools

Overhead crane qualifications

MEWP 3A & 3B

Job description

Job Title: Assembly Fitter

Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire

Duration: Ongoing Contract (6+ months temp to perm)

Shifts: Mornings, Afternoons & Nights (Rotating)

We are currently recruiting experienced Assembly Fitters for a 6-month temp to perm position in Loughborough.

Work involves collaborating with a team of Erectors to produce Transformer Internal Assemblies according to Engineering specifications. Responsibilities include reading and interpreting engineering drawings, working with Quality Stage Charts, fitting, crimping, and performing minor electrical testing.

Key responsibilities:

• Building core & coils for 33kV, 66kV, and 132kV power transformers within the Transformer Assembly section.
• Transposing taps on power transformer coil windings for 33kV, 66kV, and 132kV.
• Preparing, crimping, connecting, and routing cables adhering to critical clearance tolerances.
• Conducting pre-tank parallel and ratio checks to electrical specifications.
• Standing/upending, plating up, and oven processing/pressing of coil windings.
• Moving materials and parts between areas, including oven processes.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and housekeeping.
• Working at Heights, operating overhead cranes, and MEWPs.
• Performing various duties as required by the company, as the job description is not exhaustive.

Shift details:

• Mornings: Week 1 07:00-16:00 Mon-Thu, 07:00-13:00 Fri (40 hrs); Week 2 07:00-16:00 Mon-Thu (34 hrs)
• Afternoons: Week 1 16:00-01:00 Mon-Thu, 12:00-18:00 Fri (40 hrs); Week 2 16:00-01:00 Mon-Thu (34 hrs)
• Nights: 2 weeks 21:15-07:00 Mon-Thu (37 hrs)

The first 6 weeks will be on day shift for training purposes.

Pay rates:

• During training: £17.17 (PAYE) or £22.58 (Umbrella)
• All shifts: £20.94 (PAYE) or £27.68 (Umbrella)

Qualifications:

• Engineering-related apprenticeship preferred.
• Overhead crane, slinging & lifting qualifications.
• MEWP 3A & 3B preferred.
• Forklift truck experience advantageous.
• Experience working at height.

Skills:

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team player with a flexible approach to shift work, including nights.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Understanding of quality and inspection standards.
• Problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to contribute positively.

Experience:

• Mechanical fitting experience advantageous.
• Electrical background beneficial.
• Experience working to critical tolerances.
• Previous experience in a busy manufacturing or engineering environment.

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