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Mechanical Fitter

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Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Burntwood, Staffordshire WS7, England

Salary

£26,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Mechanical Fitter position in Burntwood, West Midlands offers a salary range of £25,000-£27,000 per annum.
  • Candidates should possess a strong mechanical or engineering background, with prior mechanical fitting experience being beneficial but not essential.
  • The role involves building and fitting gearboxes and motors, safely operating workshop equipment, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
  • The company promotes a culture of continuous improvement and provides opportunities for skill development and career growth.
  • Applicants are encouraged to apply if they have a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a commitment to teamwork.

Mechanical Fitter | Burntwood – West Midlands | 8:30 to 17:00, Monday to Friday | £25,000-£27,000 per annum

Our client is a specialist industrial services provider offering a wide range of geared motors and drive products to a broad spectrum of industries. Their products keep many processes in motion and they are all around in people's daily lives. Used for luggage handling at airports to food processing, water treatment plants and hospitals.

The company invest in their staff and motivate them so that they can develop their career giving the company long service retention and enabling them to grow their own leaders from within.

They are looking for a motivated Mechanical Fitter to join their team in Burntwood, offering a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and kick-start your career

Are you the right person for the job?

  • Strong mechanical or engineering background
  • A positive attitude and a team-oriented approach to both work and colleagues
  • Capable of working effectively under pressure and meeting deadlines
  • Adaptable and eager to learn various aspects of the workshop
  • Self-sufficient with the ability to work independently
  • Collaborative and able to work with team members on larger tasks
  • Strong communication skills
  • Committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement
  • Punctual, professional, and reliable in the workplace
  • Counterbalance license preferred, or willingness to undergo training to support operations
  • Prior mechanical fitting experience is beneficial, but not essential

What will your role look like?

  • Building and fitting gearboxes and motors of varying sizes and complexities
  • Using both basic hand tools and more complex equipment, such as air guns and hydraulic presses (training provided)
  • Safely operating workshop equipment (e.g., jib crane) and following internal processes and safety standards
  • Using company IT systems to complete tasks and document work
  • Investigating customer returns and identifying potential issues
  • Communicating with the Operations Manager regarding any challenges or issues encountered
  • Maintaining a clean and organized workshop through regular housekeeping duties
  • Ensuring all equipment used is kept in good working condition
  • Completing any other reasonable tasks as requested by the team or management

What can you expect in return?

  • 28 days of holidays per year, including bank holidays
  • Auto-enrol pensions scheme
  • Free on-site parking
  • Excellent chance to develop skills in a dynamic workshop environment
  • Continuous improvement and team working culture oriented
  • They encourage continuous improvement and cultivate a collaborative, team-oriented culture, driving professional development and boosting performance

Interview process

The interview process will consist of two stages. In the first stage, the candidate will be invited to the site for an in-person interview. If the candidate is successful, they will be invited for a tour of the workshop and have the opportunity to meet other team members for a few hours.

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