Mechanical Fitter / Machine Tool Fitter

Blaby
3 weeks ago
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Mechanical Fitter - Automation and Special Purpose Machinery
14 Week contract
Leicester
Day Shifts, Mon to Fri
 
My client design and manufacture and build machinery and equipment for a multitude of industries. This well established company based in Leicester have won a large package of work and as such are looking for Mechanical Fitters with experience of building automated machinery / special machines to assist in the completion of the order. This would suit an experienced Mechanical Fitter or Machine Tool Fitter who is looking for a new contract opportunity if this is you please read on….

BENEFITS

£20 - £25ph.
Monday - Friday
Contract role
Established business
Immediate StartTHE ROLE OF MECHANICAL FITTER

Disassemble machinery safely and appropriately
Once dismantled, package machinery in appropriate packaging ready for transit
Using a variety tools
Working with supervisor 
Re-assemble in the new location
Working independently and as part of a teamEXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Experience of building SPM/ Robotics/ CNC Machines/ Automated Machinery
Can read technical diagrams
Mechanically minded
C&G in engineering an advantage
Able to build bespoke machines from start to finish

Interested? To apply for the Mechanical Fitter Position, here are your options:

"This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Scott Lydon between 8.30am - 5pm or email outside of these hours (url removed).
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