Mechanical Fitter

TN United Kingdom; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated mechanical technician to join their production team. In this role, you will assemble and test products, ensuring they meet high engineering standards. Your expertise with hand tools and pneumatics will be crucial as you contribute to the construction of both small and larger automated machinery. With a strong focus on quality and attention to detail, you will follow ISO9001 processes and help maintain a clean workshop environment. This position offers competitive compensation, including an annual bonus and benefits like private medical insurance and a robust pension plan.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Strong Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical fitting or technician roles.
• Confident in using hand tools and workshop equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test products to high standards.
• Wire simple control panels and perform PAT testing.

Skills

Mechanical Technician Experience

Pneumatics

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Time-Management Skills

Hand Tool Proficiency

Tools

Handheld Tools

Power Tools

Workshop Equipment

Job description

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The Role

Work as part of the production team to assemble and test products for customer orders to a high standard and best engineering practice.

Use appropriate handheld, power tools, and workshop equipment.

Preparation of parts prior to construction (de-burring, reaming, etc.).

Construction and testing of complete machines in small batches.

Assist in the construction of larger automated machinery.

Route and mount electrical/pneumatic components as required.

Wire simple control panels and have a basic understanding of electrical and PLC principles.

Perform Portable Appliance Testing on finished machines.

Follow all ISO9001 Quality and Change Management processes.

Contribute to maintaining workshop cleanliness.

The Candidate

Experience as a mechanical technician or similar mechanical fitting role.

Experience with pneumatics is highly beneficial.

Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail.

Good and effective communication skills.

Good time-management skills.

Experience and confidence in using hand tools such as hand drills and press tooling.

The Package

Offering up to £32k, plus an annual bonus (up to 7%), a strong pension, and private medical insurance.