Fitter, Assembly

Fitter / Assembler
Permanent
Leamington Spa
Day shift and Flexibility working rotating shifts.
£34,881.51 per annum + shift allowance (where applicable)

Our client is a world-leading manufacturing company based in Leamington Spa. They specialise in heavy-duty vehicles and are looking for a Fitter / Assembler to join their team on a permanent basis.

As a Fitter /Assembler, you will be responsible for the assembly of sub-assemblies or the finished machine assembly of both manufactured and bought-out supplier components. This is a varied and challenging position for the successful candidate, which will draw from a broad range of skills, including problem-solving, multitasking, teamwork, and attention to detail.

The successful Fitter /Assembler would ideally have experience within a manufacturing, engineering, or Automotive environment and be confident with reading and working to technical drawings.

Fitter / Assembler – Role & Responsibilities:

Uses own skills and hand-held tools to assemble painted steel components and supplier components efficiently to maximise production.
Operates all equipment safely and reports hazards associated with the equipment or its operations to the Fitting Shop Team Leader
Producing finished sub-assemblies and machines to the required quality standard.
You will also be involved in the inspection of the machine.
Self-inspects own work to set quality standards.
Follows the required procedures to assist in the assembly process.
Maintains and produces output at a level that minimises production delays.
Cleans and maintains an orderly work area.
Communicates effectively with other workers in the process workflow.
Assists others in the area when needed.
Fitter / Assembler - Key

Skills Required:

Must have Assembly experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Ideally, knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems
Good mechanical skills
Ability to read and work from drawings and standard operating procedures.
Physical ability to work in awkward positions such as kneeling, lying down and overhead.
Ability to climb and work from a ladder or platform.
Ability to operate hand-held tools, including air-operated wrenches.
Trained in the use of overhead cranes.
Flexible attitude to working hours.

Working hours:

Day shift:
Monday – Thursday and  on Friday (38 Hrs)

Rotating weekly shifts:
Monday to Thursday and  on Friday
Monday to Thursday and  on Friday

Apply today for the Fitter / Assembler position— all applications will be treated in the strictest confidence