Assembly Fitter

TN United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a global leader in the design and manufacture of industry-leading solutions as an Assembly Fitter. This exciting role in Maidstone offers the chance to contribute to quality production while working in a supportive team environment. Enjoy flexible shift patterns, generous holiday allowances, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension and life assurance. If you have a technical background and a passion for quality workmanship, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a respected manufacturing firm.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension

Cash plan

Non-contributory life assurance

Bereavement leave

Qualifications

• Technical apprenticeship or equivalent training required.
• Good knowledge of electrics, pneumatics, and hydraulics essential.

Responsibilities

• Fit and assemble fabricated parts or subassemblies.
• Set up hydraulic and electrical systems, including pressure testing.
• Perform fault diagnosis and ensure checks on electronic installs.

Skills

Technical knowledge of products

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Education

Technical apprenticeship or equivalent training

Tools

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

Job description

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Join a global leader in the design and manufacture

Enjoy a choice of shift patterns and an attractive benefits package including 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension, and cash plan

Be part of a company that values respect, communication, teamwork, recognition, and quality

Our client, a well-established manufacturer, is seeking a skilled Assembly Fitter to join their team in Maidstone. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to the production of industry-leading solutions.

Position Overview
As an Assembly Fitter, you will play a crucial role in building and producing quality products for customers and dealers. You will ensure that the methods used to complete a product are lean, efficient, and safe, contributing to the company's mission of developing environmentally conscious, performance-focused solutions.

Responsibilities
Fit and assemble fabricated parts or subassemblies

Set up hydraulic and electrical systems, including pressure testing

Install hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines, as well as valves, pumps, and motors

Complete electrical tasks such as laying, connecting, and securing wiring looms

Perform fault diagnosis and ensure basic checks are completed on all electronic installs

Dismantle faulty assemblies and repair or replace defective parts

Ensure accuracy and quality of finished parts, tools, or sub-assemblies

Provide support with design/development tasks through the use of engineer change notes/BOM variances

Support, offer, and complete training with peers, trainees, and colleagues

Requirements
Served technical apprenticeship or equivalent training

Good technical knowledge of the products, with a willingness to undertake training to expand knowledge

Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly

The ability to work as part of a team as well as independently

Well-developed problem-solving skills

Good practical skills and excellent attention to detail

Ability to work accurately in a lean manner to ensure efficiencies in build

Good time management skills

A good working knowledge of electrics, pneumatics, and hydraulics

Benefits
Choice of shift patterns: 6.30-15.30 or 7.30-16.30

Bereavement leave

Non-contributory life assurance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension

Cash plan

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