Mechanical Fitter

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Cann; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Modern working environment

Staff social events

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd. in Alcester seeks a Mechanical Fitter to assemble and test bespoke machinery from design drawings. The role involves building structures, installing hydraulic/pneumatic circuits and diagnosing faults during testing. Strong drawing interpretation and precision with measuring tools are essential.

The position is full-time, days Mon-Fri, with a salary of £34,000–£35,000 per annum and on-site work at our Alcester area client.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and layouts.
• Assemble and test bespoke machinery from design drawings.
• Install hydraulic and pneumatic circuits as per schematics.
• Use precision measuring instruments to ensure accuracy.
• Adhere to Health & Safety and ISO quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Build machine structures, sub-assemblies and final products with hand and power tools.
• Install hydraulic and pneumatic circuits, valves and actuators.
• Diagnose mechanical faults during assembly and testing and work with design engineers to resolve issues.
• Ensure precise fits for bearings, gears and shafts using metrology tools.
• Comply with safety, quality standards and company procedures.

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Special purpose machinery

Engineering drawings

Workshop equipment

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Job description

A Mechanical Fitter is required in Alcester for a manufacturer of bespoke special purpose machinery. This full-time position offers a salary between £34,000 and £35,000 per annum. The role involves assembling and testing intricate machinery from design drawings. Daily duties include building structures and sub-assemblies, installing hydraulic and pneumatic circuits, and diagnosing mechanical faults during testing. Precision measuring instruments are used to ensure accuracy, and collaboration with design engineers is expected to resolve assembly issues. Adherence to Health & Safety and quality standards is essential. This position suits a skilled professional with strong technical abilities and a methodical approach. The company are a manufacturer of special purpose machinery and due to continued success, require a Mechanical Fitter to join their team in the Alcester area.

Role Purpose:

Assemble and test bespoke machinery from design drawings to meet client specifications

Salary - £34000 - £35000 per annum

Key Responsibilities;

• Build machine structures, sub-assemblies, and final products using hand and power tools, ensuring precise fits for bearings, gears, and shafts.
• Install hydraulic and pneumatic circuits, valves, and actuators according to schematics.
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical faults during assembly and testing, collaborating with design engineers to implement solutions.
• Use precision measuring instruments (micrometers, verniers) to ensure accuracy.
• Adhere strictly to Health & Safety and quality standards (ISO).

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong experience of mechanical fitting / machine building.
• Strong experience in special purpose machinery and automation.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and layouts.
• Proficiency in fitting and using workshop equipment.

Key Attributes:

Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or within a team.

The role is Days - Monday to Friday within an early finish on Friday.

Benefits

• The company offer a clean, modern and friendly working environment, staff social events, on site parking.