Mechanical Assembler

Mechanical Fitter (Mechanical assembler)                                                      c£32k + Bonus

Cambridgeshire                                                                                              ABJ6516                              

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Fitter / Assembler with experience in hydraulics to join a well-established engineering and manufacturing company in Cambridgeshire. This is a varied, hands-on role within a busy factory environment, working on a wide range of production and fabrication machinery.

This Mechanical Multi-skilled Assembler would work on various types of assembly and fitting to a high standard for equipment used in the processing industry.

Key Responsibilities

• To assemble and fit all aspects of manufacturing components to a very high standard used to produce stainless steel processing equipment.
• You must be able to work within a team, either in the main production area or if applicable on a client’s site and be aware of all aspects including Health & Safety, Production, Inspection and Discipline.

Qualifications and experience

• Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on training
• Recognised engineering qualification (City & Guilds, BTEC or similar)
• Mechanical fitter / assembler experience within manufacturing, engineering or heavy industry
• Experience in mechanical fitting/stripping and rebuilding.
• Experience in building air pneumatics.
• Experience in building and fitting bearing housings.
• Candidates need to be able to read and have good understanding of engineering drawings.
• Be proficient with the use of various hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Have significant experience of building special purpose machinery.
• Experience in Hydraulics.
• Maintain good housekeeping/good order, motivation and discipline while working in the factory or on site.
• Uphold Health & Safety – Risk assessments/Method statements.

Salary & Benefits

• £16 per hour (approx. £32000 salary) + Annual company performance bonus
• Regular overtime available (paid at 1.5x)
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 26 with service)
• Company pension Life assurance

Working Hours (39 hours per week)

• Monday: 7:30am – 4:00pm
• Tuesday: 7:30am – 4:30pm
• Wednesday & Thursday: 7:30am – 5:00pm
• Friday: 7:30am – 12:00pm (early finish)

To apply, please contact Alison Basson quoting reference ABJ6516:  +44 (0)(phone number removed)