Mechanical Assembler

E3 Recruitment; Wortley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Early Friday finish

Staggered start

Clean, modern workshop

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

E3 Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Assembler in Wortley, West Yorkshire, offering a clean, structured environment, strong job security and development potential.

The role requires assembly or fitting experience, working from engineering drawings, and a commitment to quality and safety. A long-term move with potential for career growth awaits in a stable workshop setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in assembly, fitting or a similar engineering environment.
• Experience working from engineering drawings.
• Strong practical hand skills and mechanical aptitude.
• A machine build background would be a distinct advantage
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Flexible, reliable and willing to learn new skills

Responsibilities

• Assist with the assembly and testing of machinery and equipment
• Work from engineering drawings, machine build books and SOPs
• Carry out drilling, tapping, reaming and preparation of components
• Fit non-electrical machine services, guarding, hydraulic hoses and auxiliary equipment
• Maintain quality standards and follow all Health & Safety procedures
• Complete documentation, production records and stock control

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Engineering drawings

Hand skills

Machine build

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Job description

Join a nationally renowned manufacturer in the West Yorkshire area as a Mechanical Assembler.The Mechanical Assembler role offers the chance to work in a clean, structured environment with strong job security and opportunities to develop.This Mechanical Assembler position is ideal for someone with previous assembly or fitting experience looking for a long-term move.

Key Responsibilities for the Mechanical Assembler:

• Assist with the assembly and testing of machinery and equipment
• Work from engineering drawings, machine build books and SOPs
• Carry out drilling, tapping, reaming and preparation of components
• Fit non-electrical machine services, guarding, hydraulic hoses and auxiliary equipment
• Maintain quality standards and follow all Health & Safety procedures
• Complete documentation, production records and stock control

What's in it for you as a Mechanical Assembler:

• Salary of £29,750
• Generous overtime opportunities paid at time and a half
• Early finish every Friday
• Staggered day shift (start between 06:00 - 07:30, fixed once agreed)
• 8-hour days Monday to Thursday, 5.5 hours Friday
• Clean, well-organised workshop with modern equipment
• Stable, long-term opportunity with development potential

What We're Looking For in a Mechanical Assembler:

• Previous experience in assembly, fitting or a similar engineering environment
• Experience working from engineering drawings
• Strong practical hand skills and mechanical aptitude
• A machine build background would be a distinct advantage
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Flexible, reliable and willing to learn new skills

The site is based in Wortley and is easily accessible from Leeds, Bradford, Huddersfield, Wakefield, and surrounding areas.