Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Assembly Technician

Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Assembly Technician

Location: Biggleswade, Bedfordshire (SG18 8QB)
Salary: Up to £34,500 DOE + Overtime
Contract: Full-time | Permanent

Working Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday: 8:00am – 2:30pm
38 hours per week

Overtime Rates:
• 1.5x hourly rate after 38 hours
• Double time on Sundays

Benefits

• Life Assurance (3x salary)
• 24 days annual leave
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Uniform provided
• Safety shoe allowance

Join a Leading UK Manufacturer of Packaging Machinery! 

Endoline Automation is continuing to grow and we are looking for an experienced Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our Production team in Biggleswade.

This is an excellent opportunity to work for a well-established engineering manufacturer with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality packaging machinery to customers worldwide. You’ll play a key role in assembling bespoke machinery and specialist sub-assemblies used across a wide range of industries.

If you have previous mechanical assembly experience, enjoy hands-on engineering work, and take pride in producing high-quality builds, we’d like to hear from you.

About Endoline

Endoline Machinery Ltd is a UK-based manufacturer specialising in end-of-line packaging machinery including case erectors, loaders, sealers, and conveyor systems.

For more than 40 years, we have designed, manufactured, and installed high-quality packaging solutions for customers across the globe. What began with small case taping machines has evolved into a leading international supplier of complete end-of-line packaging systems.

The Role

As a Mechanical Fitter, you’ll be responsible for assembling machinery and mechanical sub-assemblies to a high standard while supporting production schedules and quality requirements.

You will work closely with the wider production team to ensure all machinery is built accurately, safely, and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Reading and interpreting detailed mechanical assembly and pneumatic drawings
• Building and assembling bespoke machinery and specialist sub-assemblies
• Carrying out mechanical and pneumatic assembly work to a high standard
• Running field wiring in preparation for electrical fitters
• Conducting inspections of returned machinery and identifying faults
• Carrying out repairs, replacements, and mechanical adjustments where required
• Testing machinery and components to ensure correct operation
• Working to production schedules and agreed build timelines
• Maintaining high standards of health & safety and housekeeping

About You

We’re looking for someone with strong mechanical assembly experience who enjoys working within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in mechanical assembly
• Experience building bespoke or special purpose machinery
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Good problem-solving and fault-finding skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working to deadlines and production schedules
• Health & Safety conscious
• Basic IT skills including Word and Outlook

Desirable

• NVQ / BTEC qualification or equivalent engineering qualification
• Electrical machine wiring experience
• Pneumatics knowledge and experience

Additional Information

This role is fully site-based at our Biggleswade manufacturing facility.

Specialist equipment will be provided, although candidates are expected to provide their own hand tools wherever possible.

Apply Today!

If you’re a skilled Mechanical Fitter looking to join a growing engineering business with a strong reputation for quality and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.

No agencies please.