Precision Fitter & Machinist — Lean Manufacturing

sulzer; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Paid overtime

33 days leave

Pension contributions

Medicash health coverage

Employee assistance programme

Discounts & Costco membership

Car leasing program

Learning pathways

Job summary

Sulzer in Birmingham is seeking a skilled Fitter/Machinist or Mechanical Engineer to join our Service Centre. You will operate manual lathes, mills and borers, produce precision components and support overhaul projects on engineer drawings and specifications.

We offer a competitive basic salary with a company bonus scheme, paid overtime, generous leave and a defined pension. You will work on high‑tech equipment within a lean manufacturing environment, with opportunities for continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Fitter, Machinist or Mechanical Engineer.
• Strong manual machining skills.
• Ability to work to tight tolerances.
• Pride in producing quality workmanship.
• Metal spraying experience would be a distinct advantage.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes, mills and borers.
• Precision machining of new and refurbished components.
• Mechanical fitting, assembly and repair work.
• Work from engineering drawings and specifications.
• Support complex overhaul and refurbishment projects.

Skills

Manual machining

Fitter/Machinist

Mechanical engineering

Tight tolerances

Quality workmanship

Job description

Sulzer in Birmingham is seeking a skilled Fitter/Machinist or Mechanical Engineer to join our Service Centre. You will operate manual lathes, mills and borers, produce precision components and support overhaul projects on engineer drawings and specifications.

We offer a competitive basic salary with a company bonus scheme, paid overtime, generous leave and a defined pension. You will work on high‑tech equipment within a lean manufacturing environment, with opportunities for continuous learning.