Fitter / Assembler – Permanent – Leamington Spa – Day shift/Flexibility working rotating shifts.
Salary £34,881.51 per annum + shift allowance (where applicable).
Our client is a world‑leading manufacturing company based in Leamington Spa. They specialise in heavy‑duty vehicles and are looking for a Fitter / Assembler to join their team on a permanent basis.
As a Fitter / Assembler, you will be responsible for the assembly of sub‑assemblies or the finished machine assembly of both manufactured and bought‑out supplier components. This is a varied and challenging position that will draw from a broad range of skills, including problem‑solving, multitasking, teamwork, and attention to detail. The successful candidate would ideally have experience within a manufacturing, engineering, or automotive environment and be confident with reading and working to technical drawings.
Role & Responsibilities
- Use own skills and hand‑held tools to assemble painted steel components and supplier components efficiently to maximise production.
- Operate all equipment safely and report hazards associated with the equipment or its operations to the Fitting Shop Team Leader.
- Produce finished sub‑assemblies and machines to the required quality standard.
- Be involved in the inspection of the machine.
- Self‑inspect own work to set quality standards.
- Follow the required procedures to assist in the assembly process.
- Maintain and produce output at a level that minimises production delays.
- Clean and maintain an orderly work area.
- Communicate effectively with other workers in the process workflow.
- Assist others in the area when needed.
Key Skills Required
- Assembly experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
- Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems.
- Good mechanical skills.
- Ability to read and work from drawings and standard operating procedures.
- Physical ability to work in awkward positions such as kneeling, lying down and overhead.
- Ability to climb and work from a ladder or platform.
- Ability to operate hand‑held tools, including air‑operated wrenches.
- Trained in the use of overhead cranes.
- Flexible attitude to working hours.
Working Hours
Day shift: Monday – Thursday and on Friday (38 Hrs)
Rotating Weekly Shifts: Monday to Thursday and on Friday
