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Mechanical Fitter (Industrial Machinery)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Bedford
3 weeks ago
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Mechanical Fitter (Industrial Machinery)£36,000 - £40,000 + Optional Overtime + Days Based + No Weekend Work + Company BenefitsBedford Are you a Mechanical Fitter with a background in industrial machinery or similar, looking for a hands-on, full-time days based role with a stable company and optional overtime?Join a solid established UK engineering firm building quality winding machines. Hands-on work, great team, real variety and machines shipped worldwide.In this role, you'll assemble bespoke mechanical systems, working from engineering drawings. You'll work on a variety of machine builds involving pneumatics, hydraulics, and occasionally painting. Occasional UK and overseas travel may be required during machine commissioning.This role would suit a Mechanical Fitter with a background in industrial machinery assembly, looking to join a friendly, growing team on a permanent basis.THE ROLE:Mechanical assembly of bespoke special purpose machineryWork from engineering drawings to build complete systemsAssist with pneumatics, hydraulics, and machine finishingOccasional UK and international travel for installationsFull-time, permanent role based on-site in BedfordTHE PERSON:Mechanical Fitter or similar, with background in machine assemblyExperience with pneumatics/hydraulics and painting beneficialCommutable to BedfordReference: BBBH21995A KEYWORDS: Mechanical Fitter, Special Purpose Machinery, Machine Build, Engineering Fitter, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Converting Equipment, Bedford, Machine Assembly, Commissioning Engineer, Industrial MachineryIf you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment provider for this permanent position. By applying for this job, you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.TPBN1_UKTJ

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