Multi Skilled Machine Tool Fitter

Machine Tool Fitter

Location:

Coventry
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum

Hours:

Monday to Thursday, 07:30 - 16:00;
Friday, 07:30 - 15:00
Travel:
Some overseas travel required

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Multi-Skilled Machine Tool Fitter to join a well-established precision machine tool manufacturer in Coventry.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Building and assembling complex machine tools from engineering and assembly drawings.
• Installing, maintaining and repairing mechanical systems and components.
• Precision fitting of bearings and assembling components to tight tolerances.
• Hand scraping mating faces to achieve the correct alignment and fit.
• Completing drilling, tapping and general sub-assembly work.
• Installing, testing and calibrating pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Fitting machine pipework, cabling, switches, sensors and motors.
• Completing sheet metal cutting and general fitting tasks.
• Using toolroom machinery, including lathes, mills and grinders.
• Operating lifting equipment, including overhead cranes and slings.
• Carrying out customer service visits when required.

The successful candidate will have:

• Ideally, at least four years’ experience in machine tool building or complex mechanical assembly.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience working to tight tolerances within a precision engineering environment.
• Strong mechanical fitting and assembly skills.
• Good problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and a quality-focused approach.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good time‑management skills and the ability to prioritise workloads.
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• A full driving licence.
• A forklift licence would be desirable but is not essential.

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