Mechanical Fitter

Bradford

£32,000 -38,000

Permanent Full time

Our client is a specialist within the Design, Engineering and Manufacturing of automation solutions. Due to their continued growth, we are looking for a Mechanical Fitter to add to the team in Bradford, on a full-time basis, experience of bespoke machine build would be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities – Mechanical Fitter

Carry out the first build, fitting and final assembly of special purpose machinery for the Automotive, Plastic, Aerospace & Medical Industries.
Assemble and fit the mechanical elements of machines, dealing with rectification work and engineering change as required.
Work with in-house personnel as required to resolve build and design issues.
Assist in the commissioning and development of machinery once it has been assembled and powered up.
Lead projects appointed to you throughout the build stage on the shop floor.
Install, commission and gain approval of machinery at customer’s facilities.

Key Tasks – Mechanical Fitter:

Build the equipment to the agreed time scale. Assemble and test pneumatic system & route pneumatic pipework. At times assist electrical build, routing cables etc.
Ensure the equipment is kept clean and damage free during the build, equipment to be built to a high standard of care and presentation.
Keep the bench, work area and general factory areas clean and tidy.
Mechanically set-up the completed equipment prior to development.
Set all pneumatic cylinders and reed switches prior to development.
Manually check operation of each element of the process prior to development.
Assist in development of equipment from power up to customer acceptance tests.
Assist in installation, commissioning, and approval of equipment at customer’s site.

Experience – Mechanical Fitter:

Due to the nature of this role this position requires an experienced Mechanical Fitter with sound knowledge and understanding of assembling machinery and automation equipment.
The ideal candidate will have completed an appropriate recognised engineering apprenticeship with corresponding qualifications.
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings is essential.
Experience of building special purpose machinery or similar precision mechanical machinery
Good knowledge & understanding of mechanical principles.
Experience & understanding of pneumatic systems.
Knowledge & experience of electrical wiring, with appropriate qualification would be an advantage.
Good presentation in front of customers is essential and the flexibility to periodically work off-site is required.

Some of the benefits – Mechanical Fitter:

Pension matched up to 10%.

On-site parking.

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays.

For more information on this role, please contact Kieren Provis on (phone number removed), or send a copy of your CV to (url removed)

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