Mechanical Fitter

P&S Personnel Services Limited
Lowestoft
1 week ago
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P+S Personnel are pleased to be working on behalf of our clients, who are currently seeking a Mechanical Fitter to join their team based in Suffolk, on a full-time, permanent basis.

Purpose of Role

To assemble mechanical sub-assemblies for a range of machinery for supply to the final build function within required time scales.

Key Responsibilities/Activities:

* Build sub-assemblies as required by supplied drawings.

* Check and verify accuracy of assemblies on completion.

* Daily and accurate completion of records including time sheets and inspection status documentation.

* Report any manufacturing and assembly errors to team leader so corrective action can be agreed.

* To adhere to all required quality and H&S standards.

* On an ad hoc basis you may be asked to visit other company/customer sites to assist with final build(s).

* On an ad hoc basis, as required to undertake milling, drilling, turning and fabrication activities.

* To work with other departments to set priorities regarding assembly build to ensure all builds are complete within required time frames.

* To undertake other duties as may be required.

Competencies/Skills:

* Good attention to detail.

* Good oral communication skills.

* Team player.

* Flexible attitude.

* Willingness to learn and develop.

* Ability to read engineering drawings and parts lists.

Background/Experience:

* Successful comp...

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