Assembly Fitter (Earlies & Lates)

Adecco; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Buy & Sell Options

Company Car Scheme

Competitive Pay

Enhanced Pension

Training and Development Opportunities

Job summary

Adecco is looking for an Assembly Fitter to join our mechanical engineering team in Gateshead. You will assemble, deburr, inspect, and test machined components, ensuring quality and on-time delivery in a busy shop environment.

Required: mechanical engineering background with 3+ years in manufacturing, ability to read drawings and quality plans. Hydraulic/pneumatic pipe assembly experience is a plus. We offer training, development and a company car scheme.

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering background with 3+ years in manufacturing.
• Able to read engineering drawings, quality plans and specs.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic pipe assemblies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform deburring and dressing of machined components.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization during assembly.
• Run fluid gravity and pressure tests to verify function.
• Inspect parts against drawings using micrometres and vernier calipers.
• Identify and implement improved inspection methods.
• Log non-conformities and manage inspection status.
• Record quality data for traceability and compliance.
• Support 5S and quality procedures within the dept.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Hands-on

Independent worker

Education

Mechanical engineering background

Tools

Micrometres

Vernier calipers

Job description

Exciting Opportunity: Assembly Fitter Wanted!

Are you a skilled Assembly Fitter with a passion for precision and quality? Join our dynamic team in the mechanical engineering sector and be a key player in delivering top‑notch components! We're on the lookout for a dedicated professional who thrives in a machine shop environment and is eager to contribute to our success.

Role Summary

As an Assembly Fitter, you will engage in in‑process and final deburring, inspection, testing, and assembly of machined components. Your meticulous attention to detail will ensure that each product meets our high‑quality standards and delivery timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform deburring and dressing of machined components using tools to prepare them for final inspection.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of components throughout the assembly process.
• Conduct various tests, including fluid gravity and pressure tests, to validate component functionality.
• Inspect components against engineering drawings using precision tools such as micrometres and vernier callipers.
• Identify and implement effective inspection methods to enhance quality control.
• Log non‑conformities in the system and maintain accurate inspection status.
• Record quality data and ensure thorough documentation for traceability.
• Support compliance with quality system procedures and embrace 5S principles within the department.

Candidate Requirements

• Background in mechanical engineering with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, quality plans, and specifications.
• Experience with precision equipment assembly, especially hydraulic and pneumatic pipe assemblies, is advantageous.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with a proactive, hands‑on approach.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

What We Offer

• Holiday Buy & Sell Options: Flexibility to manage your time off.
• Company Car Scheme: Enjoy the benefits of a company vehicle.
• Competitive Pay: Annual salary ranging from £37,000 to £39,000.
• Enhanced Pension: Secure your future with our generous pension scheme.
• Training and Development Opportunities: Invest in your growth and career progression.

This is not just a job; it's a chance to be part of something bigger! If you're enthusiastic about your craft and ready to take on new challenges, we want to hear from you!

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.