Mechanical Fitter

Acorn Recruitment; Taunton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Engineering and Manufacturing company based in Taunton is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join their engineering team. The ideal candidate will build and assemble special purpose machines, ensuring compliance with engineering drawings and quality standards. Candidates must have a recognised mechanical engineering qualification and proven experience with relevant tools. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly rate and a chance to work in a growing organization.

Benefits

Company pension

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Fully time-served Mechanical Fitter or Mechanical Engineer.
• Proven experience using hand tools and power tools.
• Fabrication experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components in line with engineering drawings.
• Fit bearings, taper-lock pulleys, gears, and mechanical components.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure work meets required standards.

Skills

Ability to read technical drawings

Experience with hand tools

Experience with power tools

Experience with pneumatics

Experience with hydraulics

Excellent communication skills

Education

Recognised mechanical engineering qualification

Tools

Machine tools

Job description

Mechanical Fitter

Taunton, Somerset (TA1) | £18.55 - £19.00 per hour | Full-time | Permanent

Introduction

Our client is a leading Engineering and Manufacturing company supplying specialised equipment to the Converting and Print Industries across the world. They are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to join their growing engineering team based in Taunton.

The successful candidate will be responsible for building and assembling a wide range of special purpose machines to engineering drawings and standards, ensuring all products meet strict quality requirements.

Key Duties

• Assemble components in line with engineering drawings and specifications.
• General assembly of small sub-assemblies through to large machine sections.
• Fit bearings, taper-lock pulleys, gears, and associated mechanical components.
• Run and install pneumatic and hydraulic pipework.
• Use hand tools and power tools efficiently and safely.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure work meets required standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve build processes and resolve assembly issues.

Requirements

• Fully time-served Mechanical Fitter or Mechanical Engineer.
• Recognised mechanical engineering qualification.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Proven experience using hand tools and power tools.
• Experience with pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Experience using machine tools (advantageous).
• Fabrication experience (advantageous).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Positive role model with the ability to set a strong example within the team.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• £18.55 - £19.00 per hour.
• Company pension.
• On-site parking.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• Opportunity to work within a growing engineering organisation.

Interested?

Apply now with your up-to-date CV to be considered for this opportunity.