Mechanical Fitter
Kempston, Bedfordshire
£17.70 ph PAYE
Overview
* Basic week 39 hours
* Flexible hours
* Mon-Thurs starting between 7 & 8 (8 hours shift), half hour lunch
* Fri 7:00-2.30 or 8:00-3.30 (7 hours shift), half hour lunch
Job purpose
* Reporting to Lead Fitter
* The successful candidate will be self-motivated, flexible with an ability to read and interpret drawings
* The role requires the candidate to be able to build large special purpose machines to drawings, in a timely and professional manner. Machine tool background an advantage.
* Progression Path: Fitter > Lead Fitter > Production Supervisor > Production Manager
Key responsibilities
* Assemble and fit mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic components as per Bills of Material, Drawings and Specifications of Company Products
* Prioritise build sequence
* To operate safely, the use of various hand tools and power tools as required and directed
* Control through best practices, the quality of machines on build
* Maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment in accordance with 5S principles.
* Ensure all work is of high standard
* Ensure that all assembly documentation is filled out as required, to include timesheets, build inspection documentation
Personal attributes
* Apprenticeship trained or appropriate equivalent experience.
* Flexibility, motivation and commitment.
* Minimum five years previous experience allied to a proven ability to correctly interpret manufacturing information and carry out related self-inspection tasks.
* Capable of working with minimal supervision.