Working arrangements
This is an onsite role based in our easily accessible premises on Meridian Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1WH. There is free car parking onsite.
Overview
The principal role of the Fitter is to assemble market leading, niche and innovative mechanical products to ensure on time, on budget delivery to a standard of excellence.
Requirements Responsibilities
Assemble mechanical products in accordance with drawings, specifications and build procedures
Use build sheets to ensure times and processes of build are adhered to making notes as required
Raise Engineering Change Reports (ECRs) to refine and help improve product and processes
Make modifications in conjunction with the design team, during build to facilitate the customers requirements
Requirements
Proven track record in mechanical fitting and engineering assembly
Strong verbal, written and visual communication skills
Excellent problem solver, innovative and creative thinker
Self-motivated, self-starting and highly organized with the ability to work unsupervised
Ability to work on a variety of projects of varying duration
Adaptable to change, resilient, with a dynamic approach and ability to challenge the norm
Familiar with quality within projects ideally worked with ISO standards
Understanding of Health and Safety at work
Hazard-specific / Safety-critical duties
This role requires an element of manual dexterity
Manual handling
Working at height
Full training will be provided
Benefits Salary dependent on skills and experience and will be discussed from the outset
37.5 hour working week, Friday finish at 1.30pm for production teams
25 days paid annual leave plus 8 days paid public holidays
Company Bonus scheme
Stakeholder Pension
Family friendly policies
Training and Personal Development
Some onward International Travel Opportunities
Complementary corporate work wear
Relocation Assistance
Company background
Here at Ridgway Machines, we are a specialised engineering company paving the way for bespoke, tailored machinery targeting a variety of engineering sectors from Coil Manufacturing, RTP and TCP taping machinery to Superconductor Winding and Taping machinery. We provide the all-round service from design, manufacture, installation and any further assistance for the future.
As a result of continuous and rapid growth due to recent investments and significant worldwide contracts we are currently seeking talented candidates to join our fast-growing team based in our offices and manufacturing facility in Leicester.
We are passionate about our employees and seek high calibre candidates who are equally as passionate about working in a highly collaborative, innovative and supportive environment. We seek candidates who always put customers first, who enjoy teamwork but thrive on autonomy and are ready to help us to achieve market leading, world class engineering.
Ridgway is in the enviable position to offer you a career, not just a job and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive, learning and developmental culture.
We also reach out to local communities and national collaborations to create new opportunities for talented individuals through apprenticeship or graduate routes as well as partner with universities and colleges to help us grow the talent and build the pipeline for our future growth.
Important information for candidates
Pre-employment screening
Please note that the appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to standard pre-employment screening, as applicable to the post. This will include right-to-work, proof of identity and references.
Data privacy
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Equality of opportunity
Entry into employment with Ridgway Machines and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Were committed to building an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience.
If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know. Were happy to make the necessary arrangements to ensure you can perform at your best.
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