The Role
Fords has a new position for a Mechanical Assembly Fitter within the Production Team. This is a hands-on role for a multi skilled technician who will be responsible for building, setting up and testing of our capping presses and sealing systems.
Key Duties and Skills
Mechanical fitting experience of bespoke machinery
Ability to manufacture and assemble from Technical/Engineering drawings
Understanding of Pneumatics systems
Experience in the installation of Motors, Gearboxes, Belts, Bearings, complex assemblies etc
Use of various hand and power tools
Machine tool exposure
Strong understanding of Health and Safety regulations
Carry out any additional tasks as required from time to time, provided they are within the competence of the postholder.
Desirable
Forklift Driving Experience desirable
Working at Height desirable
Competent IT Skills
Engineering qualifications / Apprenticeship served
Machining skills; such as turning and milling
Person Specification
Drive Safety First Culture
Ensure Quality compliance
Must have an Attention to Detail
Strong Mechanical background
Able to work under own initiative but also a team player
Strong Communication skills
Remuneration
£competitive salary
Overtime
Discretionary bonus
Early Friday finish - 37 hour working week (Monday to Thursday 07.45am - 4.15pm, Friday 07.45am - 12.45pm)
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Company life insurance x6 times
Pension 5%
Income protection after 3 years' service
Access to Independent Financial Adviser
Site based - Kempston, Bedfordshire.
The Company
FORDS is an award-winning design and manufacturing business and world leader in packaging innovation and technology. We design and develop unique foil closures, and build cutting edge machinery that delivers, applies, and seals them to all manner of products. For a century Fords has built a trusted reputation for providing innovative and creative sealing solutions to the biggest brands in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical and personal care industries.