Mechanical Fitter

Location: Biggleswade, SG18 8QB
Salary: Up to £33.5K per annum, DOE + Overtime (paid at 1.5x for hours above 38, 2x on Sundays)  
Contract: Full time, Permanent 
Hours: 8am – 5pm Monday to Thursday, 8am – 2.30pm Friday (38 hours per week)
Benefits: Life Assurance at 3 Times Salary, 24 Days of Annual Leave, Employee Assistance Programme, Company Pension Scheme

Endoline Machinery Ltd are a UK based manufacturer of end of line packaging machinery including case erectors, loaders, sealers and conveyors. We specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of high quality end of line packaging machinery. 

For over 40 years, our business has developed from designing and manufacturing small case taping machines to its position today as a leading UK manufacturer and worldwide supplier of end-of-line packaging machines and systems. 

Due to our continuing success, Endoline Automation are currently recruiting for another Mechanical Fitter to join our growing Production team of 15. You’ll be responsible for assembling high quality components and specialist sub-assemblies for our customers across a variety of industries, worldwide. If you have some prior experience as a Mechanical Fitter, a positive outlook and enjoy being part of a team, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.

As our Mechanical Fitter you will be specifically responsible for: 

•  Reading, interpreting and working accurately from detailed assembly and pneumatic drawings 
•  Mechanically and pneumatically assembling our range of machinery and subsequent spares orders to a high standard
•  Running field wiring in advance of electrical fitters
•  Conducting routine inspections to assess the functionality and condition of returned machinery 
•  Identifying mechanical faults and performing the necessary repairs or replacements
•  Adhering to safety protocols and industry regulations to maintain a safe working environment 
•  Running tests on equipment to ensure proper operation after repairs or maintenance 
•  Working to set time frames and build schedules

In order to be successful in this role you must have / be: 

•  Previous experience as a Fitter – this is essential
•  Proven experience in building bespoke or special purpose machinery
•  Relevant NVQ/BTEC qualification, or equivalent
•  Electrical fitting/machine wiring skills and experience of pneumatics are preferred
•  Good problem-solving skills
•  Continuous improvement mindset
•  Customer focus and desire to meet the highest levels of quality
•  Good written and verbal communication skills
•  Able to work to deadlines to meet customer needs 
•  Collaborative working style and the ability to thrive in a team environment
•  H&S conscious
•  Strong IT skills – Word, Excel, Outlook preferable

This role is based on-site at our factory in Biggleswade. 

We supply all of our Mechanical Fitters with any specialist equipment required to carry out the role but do expect you to provide your own hand tools whenever possible. 

We supply uniform and provide allowance for safety shoes and work trousers. 

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on “APPLY” today! 

No agencies please.