Mechanical Fitter - Days

ZipRecruiter; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturer near Rochdale is seeking Mechanical Fitters due to growth. Candidates will assemble products using mechanical principles, requiring experience in a manufacturing environment. This role offers competitive pay with overtime and an immediate start.

Qualifications

• Time served within a mechanical engineering capacity.
• Experience in assembly/disassembly of products.
• Demonstrable experience in medium to heavy engineering.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out assembly of products in line with standard operating procedures.
• Testing products according to specified methods and health and safety requirements.
• Liaising with supervisors on quality issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality of work

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Education

Time served in mechanical engineering

Job description

Job Description

Due to continued growth and a strong order book, we are looking to recruit a number of Mechanical Fitters to join a global manufacturer near Rochdale. The successful candidates will be required to read engineering drawings to assemble products using various mechanical principles, including mechanical assembly, hydraulics, and pneumatic components. The ideal candidate will be a well-rounded Mechanical Engineer; this role involves more than just assembly fitting. Interested candidates must be time served with demonstrable experience working within a manufacturing assembly environment.

Experience working with larger products is advantageous. The working hours are Monday to Thursday, 8:00-4:30, and Friday 07:45-3:15. All overtime is paid at premium rates, with an OTE of £40k+. These roles are available for an immediate start!

The Role

1. Carrying out assembly of products in line with standard operating procedures and relevant standards.
2. Carrying out testing of products according to specified methods, standards, procedures, and health and safety requirements.
3. Liaising with supervisors on quality issues arising from manufacturing.
4. Ensuring all tools/machines used are fit for purpose and reporting any problems immediately.
5. Recommending and implementing improvements in line with the company's continuous improvement program.
6. Working within Health and Safety guidelines at all times, including the correct use of PPE.
7. Keeping accurate and up-to-date production records.
8. Showing flexibility and working in other parts of the production area as required.

Qualifications / Skills

• Time served within a mechanical engineering capacity.
• Experience in assembly/disassembly of products.
• Experience working with hydraulics/pneumatics (advantageous).
• Attention to detail and pride in quality of work.
• Demonstrable experience in assembly—medium to heavy engineering is highly desirable.

This vacancy is being advertised by Complete Talent Services Ltd, who are acting as an Employment Business.