Mechanical Fitter

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Mechanical Fitter (Machine Build/Assembly)


Leicester


Competitive Salary Dependent on Experience + Pension + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Uniform + Parking + Company Bonus Scheme + Death in Service Benefit


37.5 Hours a Week : Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:30, 13:30 Friday Finish


Mechanical Fitter required for a professional and growing producer of bespoke machinery used in manufacturing. The company have a niche product range and an excellent reputation. The role will suit mechanical fitters looking for a truly varied role.


Candidates will need experience fitting / assembling new machinery. You must be able to read and interpret engineering / technical drawings.


The role will be fitting and assembling new, precision bespoke machines. You’ll be reading engineering drawings and use appropriate hand tools to assemble. You need to be accurate and ensure high attention to detail to ensure the specification is met.


This is a great chance to be part of a small, successful and long‑standing company who supply their machines to a wide range of industries. The role will suit those looking for a role that is varied and your efforts will be appreciated.


The Mechanical Fitter Role

  • Mechanical fitting and assembly of machines in line with specifications, drawings and build procedures
  • Read and follow engineering drawings
  • Use of hand tools and power tools
  • Working with rolling element bearings, shafts, plain bearings, liner bearings, ball screws, lead screws, pneumatic components, sensors, motors and gearboxes etc.
  • Use of measuring equipment such as verniers, slip gauges, micrometres etc.

The Mechanical Fitter Required

  • Mechanical fitting/assembly experience of industrial machines or similar
  • Able to read and interpret engineering drawings


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