Temp Mechanical Fitter – Stoke-on-Trent

Adecco; Tunstall; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave entitlement

Discount vouchers and points to spend

24/7 helpline support

Eye care vouchers

Pension scheme

Job summary

A Mechanical Fitter position in Stoke-on-Trent is currently open on a temporary basis. You will repair production machinery, carry out scheduled maintenance, and diagnose mechanical faults to keep lines running smoothly.

The role requires precision, teamwork and the ability to read technical drawings, with training provided where needed. Working hours are Monday-Thursday 7:30 AM–4:00 PM and Friday 7:30 AM–1:30 PM, with an hourly rate of £20.32.

Qualifications

• Experience as Mechanical Fitter in manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read technical drawings and manuals.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Proactive and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Repair production machinery, fixtures and equipment using lathe, miller, grinder and welding techniques.
• Undertake scheduled PPM maintenance and document it.
• Respond to breakdowns with mechanical fault diagnosis.
• Assist with machine and equipment upgrades.
• Safely operate workshop machinery including lathes, millers and grinders; use forklift if required.
• Perform compliance testing and maintain clean, safe work areas.
• Maintain 5S practices and support timely reactive works.

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Teamwork

Lathe/Miller operation

Welding/brazing

Tools

Lathe

Miller

Grinder

Welding equipment

PPM maintenance tools

Forklift operation

Job description

A Mechanical Fitter position in Stoke-on-Trent is currently open on a temporary basis. You will repair production machinery, carry out scheduled maintenance, and diagnose mechanical faults to keep lines running smoothly.

The role requires precision, teamwork and the ability to read technical drawings, with training provided where needed. Working hours are Monday-Thursday 7:30 AM–4:00 PM and Friday 7:30 AM–1:30 PM, with an hourly rate of £20.32.