Assembly Fitter

Semi Skilled Mechanical Fitter

We are recruiting for a Semi Skilled Mechanical Fitter to work for our client who are located near Shipley, West Yorkshire.

• Assist in the assembly of machinery and equipment using engineering drawings.
• Assemble transformers, switch gears and pressure holding release devices.
• Preparing components for painting (washing and masking).
• Preparing painted components prior to assembly, such as re‑tapping, reaming and cleaning machine surfaces.
• Marking off, drilling and tapping.
• Fitting exterior equipment: examples include nameplates, labels, guard switches, guarding, hydraulic hoses, auxiliary pumps.
• Routing steel and nylon pipework as directed.
• Unpacking parts and equipment.
• Fitting of non‑electrical machine services prior to testing.
• Using sealants as directed.
• Non‑electrical stripping of machines prior to despatch.
• Assisting in the loading and unloading of equipment onto wagons as directed.
• Complete all shift documentation as required during assembly of components.

• Minimum 2 years' experience working within a high precision manufacturing background.
• Experience in assembly fitting is essential.
• Worked to tight tolerances such as .5 microns.

• Permanent, Full time.
• Staggered day shift with set shift time: 06:00 - 14:00, 06:30 - 14:30, 07:00 - 15:00, 07:30 - 15:30.

Annual pay rate is £29,750 - 35,932 per annum.

Skilled Fitters:
Apprentice trained who should hold at a minimum, an NVQ L3 in Mechanical Manufacturing or equivalent. Salary: £35,932 per annum.

Semi‑Skilled Fitters:
Those who don't hold an NVQ L3, or don't have enough experience within assembly to be considered for a skilled position. Salary: £29,750 per annum.