Mechanical Assembly (Hydraulic) Fitter
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This is a hands‑on role, preparing a broad variety of component parts and assembling them into finished ‘system elements’ that are then used to construct Servotest ‘systems’ before shipment to our customers worldwide. The components and assemblies made are manufactured to high tolerances and are typically large, requiring careful and sensitive handling and control.
Responsible to: Production Manager
Roles And Responsibilities
* To safely prepare component parts to required quality standards before assembling into ‘system elements’, using a variety of hand, power and precision engineering tools
* Manual handling of component parts and assemblies in accordance with health and safety requirements
* To use and correctly interpret component and assembly drawings, and / or other written or verbal instructions
* To identify and report substandard quality via established procedures
* To work effectively with colleagues
* Operate within the work instructions and risk assessments
* Operate safely and comply with the Health and Safety Act
* To use all hand tools appropriately and to ensure their return after use
* To maintain 5S workplace cleanliness standards and contribute to development projects
* To support colleagues as required
* Contribute to work instruction and risk assessment development
* Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team
* Show ability in problem solving
Experience
* Demonstrable ability to read and interpret technical drawings for component parts / assemblies
* Demonstrable mechanical assembly skills, an understanding of the requirements of hydraulics being ideal
* 2 years assembly experience with high value / low volume component parts working in a precision engineering environment
Qualifications
* Apprenticeship or equivalent background
Skills
* The ability to correctly read and interpret component and assembly drawings
* Excellent hand skills and dexterity
* Practical use of hand, power and precision engineering tools
* Excellent hand / eye coordination
* Attention to detail
* High degree of common sense
Essential Basic Functions
* The ability to predictably and regularly attend work and to be punctual
* The ability to read and understand technical documents and drawings
* The ability to deal politely and professionally with customers, co‑workers and suppliers
* The ability to perform several tasks at once and establish priorities
* The ability to follow direction or instruction
* The ability to provide error‑free work in a timely fashion
* The ability to use a computer to communicate, create and access information
* The ability to travel via commercial airline and automobile up to 10% of the time
* The ability to uphold the company reputation and be presentable to customers in a professional manner
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