Mechanical Assembly Technician / Fitter, Bedford
Client:
Osprey Engineering Solutions
Location:
Bedford, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
2d3b0ee9b470
Job Views:
7
Posted:
16.07.2025
Expiry Date:
30.08.2025
Job Description:
Our Principal Consultant Robin Thomas is looking for a multi skilled technician experienced in building assemblies and special purpose machinery, to join an award-winning design and manufacturing business and world leader in packaging innovation and technology.
Discretionary bonus | 37 hour working week (Mon to Thur 7.45am 4.15pm, Fri 7.45am 12.45pm) | Overtime available
As a Mechanical Assembly Fitter, youll be working within the production team in a hands-on role, responsible for building, setting up and testing of capping presses and sealing systems.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Fit and assemble sub-assemblies and incorporate these into complete machines
Build pneumatic equipment and pipe work, used to control the machines
Build cap transport systems
Ensure all parts and assemblies are built to drawings, correctly fitted and assembled in accordance with the agreed tolerances and procedures
Build, set up, run and test completed systems in readiness for final testing
Final straightening and fitting of air rails following welding
Cutting forming and setting up for welding air rails (6mm stainless steel tube) used in cap transportation systems
Pneumatic assembly and pipe work
Carry out any such tasks as required from time to time, provided they are within the competence of the postholder.
Skills & Experience
Experience building assemblies and special purpose machinery, ensuring assemblies are built to drawing and are aligned correctly
General mechanical hand fitting skills
Fitting bearings
Alignment of shafts
Marking out, drilling and tapping
Able to work to pneumatic drawings
Machining skills; such as turning and milling (occasionally required)
Engineering qualifications
Served an apprenticeship with a complementary type business
Testing, installation, and commissioning experience
Welding Skills (Stainless/Aluminium) highly desirable
Person Specification
Excellent communicator with ability to build positive relationships across all departments
Problem solving abilities and solution focused
Enthusiastic and proactive
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of the production team
Contact Robin today for more information regarding this Mechanical Assembly Technician role, or click below to get started with your application right away.
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Created on 16/07/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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