Mechanical Fitter

Hanningfield Process Systems; Rochford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanningfield Process Systems is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to assemble subassemblies and complete machines according to engineering drawings. The role is primarily based in Rochford with occasional visits to customer sites.

The successful candidate will have experience in mechanical assembly, familiarity with workshop tools, and the ability to read GA drawings. You will contribute to continuous improvement of assembly processes and uphold safety standards.

Qualifications

• Reading and understanding Engineering drawings is essential to ensure correct parts are fitted.
• Basic Maths and English are required for documentation and quality checks.
• Knowledge of ISO 9000 and health & safety practices is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assemble subassemblies and full machines per GA drawings and specs.
• Fault finding, troubleshooting and resolving assembly issues.
• Operate workshop machinery and use hand tools to prepare parts for assembly.
• Ensure quality checks and final inspections per procedures.
• Travel to customer sites when required by projects.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Hand tools proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Maths & English proficiency

Apprenticeship desirable

Tools

Drills

Saws

Lathes

Mills

Pillar drill

Grinders

Job description

A Mechanical Fitter will be primarily responsible for assembly subassemblies or fully, powder processing machines and systems in accordance with Hanningfield Process Systems engineering drawings and specifications. This role will require a candidate who has previous mechanical assembly experience and someone who can and use their initiative to solve problems. You will predominately be based at our location in Rochford, but with occasional assignments at customer sites as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Assembly

• Mechanical assembly and testing of full machines and systems varying from standard machines and assemblies to large system with a wide range of complexity and customisation (e.g. nitrogen purge, cryomills, blenders, hoists etc.).
• Mechanical fitting of sub-assemblies (e.g. gearboxes, chain drives, leadscrews, bearing housings).
• Responsible for fault finding, troubleshooting, maintenance and problem solving prior in the assembly stages.
• Repairing malfunctioning machines. Identify the problem, then find solutions to repair the issue.
• Utilise handheld tools such as a handheld screw gun, drill gun, grinders to prepare material for assembly

Engineering Standards & Drawings

• Ensure that assembly and maintenance work complies with statutory and local engineering standards and requirements, using your own knowledge the support of Project Managers or Engineering Director
• Ability to read engineering drawings (e.g. GA’s and 3D Model) in PDM and identify the order of assembly for parts and components for a project.
• Identify any discrepancies of parts from the GA at the assembly stages and inform Production Manager.

Machinery

Experience in using workshop machinery such as guillotines, bandsaws, flat bed grinders, pillar drill and hydraulic presses to cut, drill and deburr parts and material for assembly.

Business Processes

Regular liaison with Production Manager to ensure deadlines are met and priorities assigned and actively participate in continuously improve mechanical assembly knowledge to enhance products and processes.

QHSE

• Self-inspect work when finished to ensure all parts are present and the assembly is according to the drawing/model specification.
• Completion of final production inspection documentation-yellow sheets- and any quality documents at the final stages of assembly and prior to final quality inspection.
• Ensure the machines and subassemblies are correctly set up for temperature testing, noise testing, passivation testing etc. and perform the tests in accordance with the procedure.
• Utilise the correct measuring and inspection equipment to complete a quality check on the machines and parts (e.g. surface finish tester, PICO data logger, Passivation tester etc.) Save the collected data in the job folders and /or register the data on the provided forms.
• Maintain a clean and safe working station/area and ensure all tools and equipment are safely placed and secure in their location.
• Ensure that adequate PPE is worn.
• Promote and enforce a safe working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations and promoting best practices.

Additional Responsibilities

• Etching logos and serial numbers on machines and parts as per customer specifications and according to GA’s and works orders.
• Packing and crating of machines upon completion in accordance with the customer specification. Ensuring that all the documentation for despatch is completed (eg. packing lists, packing inspection checklists -blue sheets) and packing photos are taken and forwarded to the Production Manager.
• Various tasks related to assembly, etching, packing and inspection of spare parts.
• Occasional travel, as required and requested, both domestically and internationally by the business in line with business needs.
• Any other reasonable tasks required to facilitate the completion of a project.
• Any other reasonable tasks required to help improve the business.

Key Qualifications

Knowledge

• Knowledge of reading and understanding Engineering drawings is essential to ensure correct parts are fitted together.
• Preferable: basic electrical knowledge for cable runs and basic pneumatics etc.
• Very good knowledge of using hand tools.

Skills

• Awareness of ISO 9000 Standard (e.g. work procedures, quality control, traceability of materials) and Health and Safety good practice rules in a manufacturing environment. Safety conscious as working with machinery.
• Possess strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Possess good manual dexterity.
• Possess good communication skills.

Experience

• Experience of using tool-room machinery such as drills, saws, lathes and mills etc is required.
• Experience of working within a similar Mechanical Fitting role is required.
• Experience of site work is desirable.
• Previous experience within an Engineering and Manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Maths and English is a must.
• A recognised Apprenticeship Scheme would be desirable.

Personal Attributes

• Physical ability to perform tasks and use machinery and power tools.
• Be an effective and motivated team player, able to work both closely with others and in a self-guided capacity.
• Willingness to learn and “can do” attitude.
• Well organised
• Be reliable with good timekeeping.
• Strong work ethic and a sense of urgency but also the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Have a flexible approach and positive attitude to working in a fast-changing environment