Assembly Fitter 5743

Assembly Fitter

Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Hours:  Fulltime | Permanent
Salary: From £35,700 per annum

Our prestigious client is looking for Assembly Fitters to join their team!

You’ll be responsible for assembling and testing components whilst maintaining a high standard of quality. The ideal candidate will have previous Fitting experience in an Aerospace or Automotive environment and have completed an NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship.

Please note: You’ll work on a rotating shift pattern, covering dayshifts and nightshifts (which include a premium shift payment).

Key Responsibilities of an Assembly Fitter

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to understand assembly requirements.
• Assembling and testing components using hand tools, power tools, and specialised equipment.
• Align and fit components accurately, ensuring proper clearances and tolerances are maintained.
• Maintaining a high standard of quality for each component, adhering to FOD compliance.
• Perform quality inspections to verify that assemblies meet required standards and specifications.
• Identify and report any discrepancies or non-conformities in assemblies.
• Work with engineering and quality teams to resolve issues.
• Always adhere to safety protocols and procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe handling practices.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Participate in training programs to enhance skills and knowledge related to assembly techniques and processes.

Key Skills of an Assembly Fitter

• Previous Fitting experience ideally in an Aerospace or Automotive environment.
• NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship, or equivalent.
• Ability to follow technical drawings, specs, procedures, and test instructions.
• Ambition to learn production flow lines and takt times.
• Knowledge of COSH and flow line methodologies is desirable.

To be considered for this role, please email your CV to zee.powell@first-base.co.uk or call Zee on 01453 755330. 

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