Assembly Fitter – Mechanical Engineering

About the role

Exciting Opportunity: Assembly Fitter Wanted! Are you a skilled Assembly Fitter with a passion for precision and quality? Join our dynamic team in the mechanical engineering sector and be a key player in delivering top‑notch components. We are looking for a dedicated professional who thrives in a machine‑shop environment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform deburring and dressing of machined components using appropriate tools.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of components throughout the assembly process.
• Conduct fluid gravity and pressure tests to validate component functionality.
• Inspect components against engineering drawings using micrometres and vernier callipers.
• Identify and implement effective inspection methods to enhance quality control.
• Log non‑conformities in the system and maintain accurate inspection status.
• Record quality data and ensure thorough documentation for traceability.
• Support compliance with quality system procedures and embrace 5S principles.

Required profile

• Background in mechanical engineering with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, quality plans and specifications.
• Experience with precision equipment assembly, especially hydraulic and pneumatic pipe assemblies (advantageous).
• Strong communication and organisational skills with a proactive, hands‑on approach.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Required skills

• Micrometres
• Vernier callipers
• Hydraulic pipe assembly
• Pneumatic pipe assembly
• Fluid gravity testing
• Pressure testing

What we offer

• Holiday Buy & Sell Options for flexible time‑off management.
• Company Car Scheme.
• Competitive annual salary ranging from £37,000 to £39,000.
• Enhanced pension scheme.
• Training and development opportunities.