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Assembly Fitter
Location: Maidstone
We are looking for a skilled Assembly Fitter to join our manufacturing team in Maidstone. You'll be responsible for assembling and fitting a wide range of fabricated parts, hydraulic systems, and electrical components to produce high-quality machinery and kits. The role focuses on ensuring all products meet exacting quality standards while maintaining safe and efficient working practices.
What you'll do
- Depending on your section, your day-to-day tasks may include:
- Fitting and assembling fabricated parts and sub-assemblies
- Installing hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems, including valves, pumps and motors
- Pressure testing hydraulic systems
- Laying and securing wiring looms, fault-finding and performing basic electrical checks
- Cable-tying hoses neatly and accurately
- Dismantling and repairing faulty assemblies and components
- Using a range of tools (air tools, socket sets) and fitting fixings (nuts, bolts, hydraulic adapters)
- Lifting and setting large or awkward components safely
- Supporting engineering changes and development tasks
- Assisting in training and sharing knowledge with colleagues
What we're looking for
- Completed technical apprenticeship or equivalent experience
- Strong technical understanding of mechanical assembly - training will be provided to expand knowledge
- Good working knowledge of electrics, pneumatics and hydraulics
- Ability to read and understand technical instructions and build documents
- Practical problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Good time management and ability to work efficiently in a lean environment
- Physically fit - able to stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, climb into chassis or work underneath assemblies (all within H&S guidelines)
- Clear communication and interpersonal skills
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