Mechanical Fitter

SourceCo; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AXA Health Scheme

Free on-site parking

Nest pension scheme

Attendance bonus scheme

Training & progression opportunities

Job summary

SourceCo Recruitment in Kidderminster is seeking a Mechanical Fitter for a growing manufacturing business. You will manufacture, assemble and prepare specialist refuse and recycling collection vehicles, working with the Production Manager to meet customer specifications and timescales.

The role requires good fitting skills, ability to read drawings, use power tools, and work with hydraulics and basic electrics. MIG welding is desirable, with training provided. Competitive pay and on-site parking.

Qualifications

• Mechanical fitting experience, ideally in vehicles or similar engineering.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and build packs.
• Experience using power tools and workshop equipment.
• Reading and interpreting drawings to ensure correct builds.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and develop refuse and recycling vehicles.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and build packs.
• Use a range of power tools and workshop equipment.
• Work with hydraulics and basic electrics.
• Carrying out MIG welding where required.
• Work to build schedules and production deadlines.
• Identify and raise issues during the build process.
• Record changes or modifications made during builds.
• Support on-site subcontractors and liaise with managers.
• Assist with vehicle inspections and testing.

Skills

Read drawings

Power tools

Hydraulics

Electrics

MIG welding

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Deadline driven

Tools

MIG welder

Welding equipment

Job description

SourceCo Recruitment are looking for Mechanical Fitters for a growing manufacturing business based in Kidderminster.

The role will involve the manufacture, assembly and preparation of specialist refuse and recycling collection vehicles. You will work closely with the Production Manager and Foreman to ensure vehicles are built to a high standard, meet customer specifications and are completed within agreed timescales.

Working hours:

• Monday - Thursday – 7am until 5.30pm

Pay:

• £12.90 per hour (paid weekly)

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Production Manager and Foreman in the manufacture and development of refuse collection vehicles
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and build packs
• Using a range of power tools and workshop equipment
• Working with hydraulics and basic electrics
• Carrying out MIG welding where required
• Working to build schedules and production deadlines
• Identifying and raising issues during the build process
• Recording any changes or modifications made during builds
• Capturing information to help improve and standardise future builds
• Supporting on-site subcontractors, including camera, weighing and other ancillary equipment providers
• Monitoring build progress and liaising with the Production Manager and Foreman regarding subcontractor appointments
• Completing all relevant paperwork and build documentation
• Assisting with vehicle inspections and testing
• Carrying out other duties as required to support the wider business

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have previous mechanical fitting experience, preferably gained within commercial vehicles, vehicle manufacturing or a similar engineering environment.

You will need:

• Good mechanical knowledge and practical fitting skills
• Experience using power tools
• A working knowledge of hydraulics and electrics
• The ability to read and work from engineering drawings
• The ability to work to deadlines and customer specifications
• Strong attention to detail
• Good communication skillsThe ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• A flexible and willing attitude towards learning new skills

MIG welding experience would be desirable but is not essential, as training can be provided.

What\'s on Offer?

• Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 1 additional day annual leave after 12 months\'s service
• Attendance bonus scheme
• Overtime opportunities
• AXA Health Scheme after 6 months
• Health surveillance checks
• Nest pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Company induction and in-house training
• Further training and progression opportunities

Interested?

If you have a mechanical fitting background and are looking for a long-term opportunity within a growing manufacturing business, we\'d be keen to hear from you.

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