Mechanical Assembly Fitter

Mansell Recruitment Group; Luton; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Mansell Recruitment Group is assisting a Bedfordshire-based manufacturing client to hire an experienced Assembly Fitter. The role involves assembling and testing mechanical units to drawings and quality standards, and collaborating with other departments to ensure safety, accuracy and on-time delivery.

You will read detailed drawings, assemble and de‑assemble units, test components, use measuring equipment, and help maintain 5S in the workshop.

Qualifications

• Around 4 years' experience in a manufacturing environment in a fitting/assembly role.
• Recognised qualification in a mechanical discipline.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience using a range of tools.
• Competent using measuring equipment.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Experience working with rotating assemblies would be advantageous.
• A time-served craft apprenticeship would be desirable.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and manage workload to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings.
• Assemble and disassemble mechanical units and components.
• Rig and de-rig units safely and correctly.
• Carry out pressure testing on components and completed units.
• Use a range of measuring equipment and produce dimensional and inspection reports.
• Safely use air-powered and electrical tools.
• Paint and prepare units for despatch.
• Complete relevant documentation and update the ERP system.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure work is completed Right First Time and On Time in Full.
• Maintain a clean and organised working environment in line with 5S principles.
• Follow all Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental procedures.
• Report any issues or deviations to the relevant Manager or Supervisor.

Skills

Read drawings

Fitting/assembly experience

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Mechanical discipline qualification

Tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Assembly Fitter to join our client's manufacturing team in Bedfordshire.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling and testing mechanical units and components to engineering drawings and required quality standards. You will work closely with other departments to ensure work is completed safely, accurately and on time.

The Role

• Read and interpret detailed engineering drawings.
• Assemble and disassemble mechanical units and components.
• Rig and de-rig units safely and correctly.
• Carry out pressure testing on components and completed units.
• Use a range of measuring equipment and produce dimensional and inspection reports.
• Safely use air-powered and electrical tools.
• Paint and prepare units for despatch.
• Complete relevant documentation and update the ERP system.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure work is completed Right First Time and On Time in Full.
• Maintain a clean and organised working environment in line with 5S principles.
• Follow all Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental procedures.
• Report any issues or deviations to the relevant Manager or Supervisor.

Skills & Experience

Around 4 years' experience working in a manufacturing environment in a fitting/assembly role.

Recognised qualification in a mechanical discipline.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Experience using a range of tools.

Competent using measuring equipment.

Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

Experience working with rotating assemblies would be advantageous.

A time-served craft apprenticeship would be desirable.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team and manage workload to meet deadlines.

The Package

Up to £46,000 including shift allowance

Training and development opportunities.

Generous annual leave, with the option to purchase additional days.

Contributory pension and life assurance.

Employee recognition schemes