Mechanical Assembly Fitter

Nicholas Associates; Coalville; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Free onsite parking

Onsite canteen

Pension 5% paid by employer

Life insurance x3 of salary

Childcare vouchers

Job summary

Nicholas Associates is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Fitter for a permanent, site-based role near Coalville. You will build machinery using hand tools and read engineering drawings to ensure correct assembly and fit.

The position offers a 37-hour week with overtime opportunities and a benefits package including pension, life insurance, and childcare vouchers.

Qualifications

• A mechanical skill set and ability to work with tools (spanners, wrenches, nuts and bolts).
• Computer literate with ability to read and interpret diagrams/drawings.
• Strong communication skills for teamwork and site operations.
• NVQ Level 2 or above in a mechanical skill set is beneficial.
• Competent at following assembly instructions.

Responsibilities

• Read assembly instructions and engineering drawings to build bespoke machinery on site.
• Use mechanical hand tools to assemble components accurately.
• Ensure products are built to specification and quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Tools usage

Computer literacy

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 2+ in mechanical skills

Tools

Torque wrenches

Job description

Are you mechanically inclined and have an interest in engineering? Do you have any previous experience in a role that involves basic mechanical skills working with nuts, bolts and general tools? If so, then please read on.

Job Title: Mechanical Assembly Fitter

Industry: Manufacturing

Hours: Monday to Thursday 6am to 2:30pm and Fridays 6am to 11am

Role: Permanent

Pay Rates: Dependent on experience

Level 1: £15.83, Level 2: £16.15, Level 3: £16.46, Level 4: £16.76, Level 5: £17.07, Level 6: £18.31

Starting pay usually: £16.46 per hour x37hr week = £31669 per annum + Overtime = Earnings of £37000 achievable.

Hourly rates increase with skill set via the companies skills matrix.

Overtime rates: 1.5 Mon-Sat and Double time on Sundays.

Location: Near to Coalville

Benefits: 33 days holiday, free onsite parking, onsite canteen, pension 5% paid by employer, life insurance x3 of salary , childcare vouchers.

Overview

Working for a large manufacturing business that have sites across the UK. The Mechanical Assembly Fitter will be site-based working as part of the assembly team. You will be tasked to build the machinery using mechanical hand tools (spanners, torque wrenches etc.) whilst reading the assembly/engineering drawings to ensure that the products are built in the correct way.

Key responsibilities of the Mechanical Assembly Fitter role:

Reading assembly instruction/engineering drawings you will be building the bespoke machinery that the company manufactures onsite.

The ideal candidate / Mechanical Assembly Fitter may have some of the following, however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually:

• A mechanical skill set - ability to work with tools (spanners/wrenches), nuts and bolts
• Computer literate
• Strong communication skills
• NVQ level 2 or above in a mechanical skill set beneficial
• Competent at following assembly instructions

Commutable from: Ashby-De-La-Zouch, Coalville, Burton, Markfield, Loughborough and surrounding areas.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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