Machine Tool Fitter

Kingswinford
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Machine Tool Fitter

Become a member of the Machinery Build Team who is responsible for the build of sub-assembly units. This position of Machine Tool Fitter is then responsible for the integration of these units onto the overall machine build of Friction Welding Machinery, which also includes the installation an upgrade on-site at the customers location - both within the UK and Worldwide.

This position of Machine Tool Fitter is an integral part of our Operations team. We are seeking a focused, detailed-oriented team member with uncompromisingly high standards and solid work ethic coupled with a strong desire to learn.

Position Summary of the Machine Tool Fitter

We are searching for a skilled and creative minded team member to fit and assemble machine unit assemblies such as Spindles, Clamps, Automation, Lubrication, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, and other mechanical sub-assemblies and the fit / assemble those units within the general assembly of the friction welding machine by using assembly drawings and schematics. Working in collaboration with the Build Supervisor, our Mechanical Build / Fitters ensure that each unit and machine is built on time, to the machine schedule, on spec to the assembly and mechanical specifications of the machine, and on budget to the estimated hours for each sub assembly.

Come and be a part of the Company initiative of Up Front Planning by participating in a series of meetings held prior to the project build phase on the release of each unit from the design phase. Your expertise will be valued and heard as you take advantage of this opportunity to review and voice any concerns on each design and also identify all materials required to support the Mechanical Build sequence.

The Challenge

The company is in significant growth, and rapid development in terms of globalizing and becoming best in class. looking for driven, collaborative, and innovative people to help us achieve our goals.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

  • Assemble machines per assembly prints
  • Read hydraulic and pneumatic schematics
  • Hydraulic tube bending / forming and making hose assemblies
  • Install pneumatic and hydraulic systems
  • Utilize welding ability to fabricate mounting brackets
  • Inspect parts from a drawing using various inspection equipment
  • Build spindles
  • Build clamps
  • Perform on-site installation, upgrades and refurbishments
  • Operate machine shop equipment such as Miller, Lather, Surface Grinder, etc.
  • Integrate vendor automation, conveyors, robots and guarding

    Required Education And/or Experience
  • City and Guild Mechanical Engineering and/or BTECH Mechanical Engineering
  • Machine Tool Fitter Experience
  • Bespoke machine building experience, preferred

    Job Type: Full-Time

    (Apply online only) Monday to Thursday

    (Apply online only) Friday

    Regular Overtime at x1.5 x2

    30 Days Holiday rising with Service

    Group Bonus twice a year

    Free Parking

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