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Job Description: Mechanical Fitter at Waukesha Bearings Ltd.
Working for Waukesha Bearings Ltd. as a Mechanical Fitter, you will be responsible for preparing, final dressing, and assembly of fluid-film bearings, adhering to strict quality standards and specifications.
You will work at our site in Polmadie, Glasgow, designing and manufacturing hydrodynamic fluid-film bearings, active magnetic bearing systems, and seals for high-performing turbomachinery and industrial rotating equipment, primarily for the oil & gas, power generation, marine, and industrial markets. We are part of Dover Precision Components, a Dover Corporation company.
Salary and Shift Pattern
Annual Salary: £44,919.62 (including 18% shift premium) plus productivity bonuses, pension, and life insurance. This is based on a rotating shift pattern of 2 weeks on early (6am) and 2 weeks on backshift (2pm).
Qualifications and Experience
* HNC, SVQ/NVQ level 3 in Mechanical Engineering, or completed mechanical apprenticeship
* At least 5 years of experience as an industrial mechanical fitter
* Ability to interpret metric and imperial engineering drawings
* Experience preparing machined components for assembly
* Experience working with hand tools, rotating equipment, air tools, gas torches, cranes, manual handling, and slinging
* Knowledge of precision machining processes is advantageous
Key Responsibilities
* Assemble, final dress, and ensure quality of bearings according to standards
* Maintain a safe working environment in compliance with health and safety regulations
* Collaborate with Production and Shift Managers to resolve assembly issues
* Support continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing and addressing assembly issues
About Dover Precision Components
Part of Dover Corporation, a global leader in performance-critical solutions for markets including oil & gas, power, marine, and industrial sectors. We design and manufacture mission-critical components to promote affordable, cleaner energy and operational efficiency.
Our Commitment
We deliver customer success through innovative engineering, collaborative relationships, and a strong portfolio including brands like Cook Compression, Waukesha Bearings, and Inpro/Seal. Our global presence spans over twelve locations in the Americas and more than six in Europe and China.
Our Culture and Values
We focus on employee growth through professional development, fostering an authentic, collaborative culture with competitive health and welfare benefits. We are Dover Precision Components, #LifeAtDPC #SWE
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