Mechanical Fitter I

Swift Temps South West; Warmley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured skills development

Progression to Mechanical Fitter II

Training and development in a factory

Job summary

Swift Temps South West is seeking a Mechanical Fitter I to join the Cheltemham-based production team. This hands-on role focuses on mechanical, basic pneumatic and structural assembly under supervision, with a clear path toward Mechanical Fitter II.

You will contribute to building high-quality machines, follow engineering specs and schedules, and participate in 5S and continuous improvement activities within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Practical mechanical or engineering skills.
• Experience in mechanical assembly or fitting is beneficial.
• Ability to follow engineering instructions and specifications.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Positive and reliable attitude; team player.
• Willingness to learn and develop new mechanical skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical assembly work under supervision.
• Complete basic pneumatic and structural assembly tasks.
• Build high-quality assemblies and machines to engineering specifications.
• Work towards production schedules and customer delivery deadlines.
• Complete required documentation relating to machine builds.
• Maintain tools and work areas to a high standard.
• Support daily 5S activities and continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with colleagues across production and other departments.
• Develop skills through the Mechanical Skills Matrix.
• Assist with induction and training of new starters.
• Identify opportunities to improve build and testing processes.
• Support improvements to procedures, drawings and training documentation.
• Participate in Kaizen activities and health & safety procedures.

Job description

An established engineering and manufacturing business based in Cheltemham is seeking a Mechanical Fitter I to join its production team.

This is a hands-on mechanical assembly role, ideal for someone with practical mechanical skills who is looking to develop further within an engineering environment. You will carry out mechanical, basic pneumatic and structural assembly work under supervision, with the opportunity to develop towards Mechanical Fitter II level.

Working within the Product Line team and reporting to the Product Line Supervisor, you will help build high-quality assemblies and machines in line with engineering specifications and production schedules.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical assembly work under supervision
• Complete basic pneumatic and structural assembly tasks
• Build high-quality assemblies and machines to engineering specifications
• Work towards production schedules and customer delivery deadlines
• Complete required documentation relating to machine builds
• Maintain tools and work areas to a high standard
• Support daily 5S activities
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across production and other departments
• Develop skills through the Mechanical Skills Matrix
• Assist with the induction and training of new starters
• Identify opportunities to improve build and testing processes
• Support improvements to procedures, drawings and training documentation
• Participate in continuous improvement and Kaizen activities
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and company policies
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained safely and remain fit for purpose

What we are looking for

• Practical mechanical or engineering skills
• Some experience of mechanical assembly or fitting would be beneficial
• Ability to work from engineering instructions and specifications
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Positive and reliable attitude
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and develop new mechanical skills
• Good awareness of Health & Safety
• Ability to work to production deadlines

What's on offer

• Full-time engineering opportunity
• Structured skills development
• Opportunity to progress towards Mechanical Fitter II
• Training and development within a manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to work on mechanical assemblies and complete machine builds
• Supportive team environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement