Job Title: Assembly Fitter Location: South Shields Hourly Rate: Competitive (DOE) Shifts: Monday to Friday – Day Shifts Benefits: * Overtime opportunities * Ongoing training and development * Clear career progression paths * Supportive, safety-focused team culture * Long-term stability with a respected employer Job Description As an Assembly Fitter, you’ll be responsible for carrying out in-process and final assembly, de-burring, inspection, and testing activities on precision-engineered components to meet customer quality and delivery standards. Key duties include: * De-burring and dressing machined components using powered and hand tools. * Ensuring components are cleaned, finished, and ready for inspection. * Performing pressure and fluid gravity testing to verify functionality. * Using inspection equipment such as micrometers, vernier calipers, and surtronics to check components. * Identifying and reporting non-conforming parts via the company’s NCR system. * Maintaining accurate documentation and inspection records. * Supporting continuous improvement and applying 5S principles to maintain an organised workspace. This Assembly Fitter position is ideal for someone who takes pride in high-quality work and enjoys working within a highly skilled, precision-focused team. Skills & Experience To be successful in the Assembly Fitter role, you will need: * Time-served qualification in a mechanical engineering discipline. * A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a machine shop or precision engineering environment. * Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. * Confident use of inspection and testing tools. * Experience in hydraulic or pneumatic assemblies (advantageous). * Excellent communication and organisational skills. * A full UK driving licence. If you’re self-motivated, detail-oriented, and enjoy hands-on engineering work, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Why Should You Apply? * Join a respected and growing engineering company that invests in its people. * Work in a clean, safe, and modern environment. * Enjoy a competitive hourly rate with opportunities for overtime. * Receive ongoing training and development to enhance your skills. * Be part of a supportive team where your expertise as an Assembly Fitter truly matters. Take the next step in your engineering career — apply today to become an Assembly Fitter and play an essential part in the continued success of a leading precision manufacturing business. The Company Our client is a long-established engineering manufacturer with a reputation for producing high-quality precision components. Supplying to major industries across the UK and internationally, they take pride in their commitment to craftsmanship, safety, and continuous improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected organisation that values skill, precision, and teamwork — ideal for someone who wants to grow their engineering career in a stable, forward-thinking environment