Mechanical Maintenance Fitter

Salary: £47,160 per year

We are working on behalf of a world leading manufacturer and currently have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Fitter at their site in Long Eaton, Derbyshire.

Reporting to the Manufacturing & Engineering Manager and working as part of the Maintenance team, the Mechanical Maintenance Fitter is responsible for providing preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance across the production facility.

The production areas include a large press shop and polishing facility, which employ a significant amount of robotic automation in conjunction with manual intervention.

Main Purpose of the Mechanical Maintenance Fitter:

• To maintain, by servicing and repair, all plant and machinery in order to maintain production and meet all health and safety requirements. Also, where applicable, to install new plant & machinery.

Core Duties of the Mechanical Maintenance Fitter:

• Attend breakdowns as requested, assess cause, strip down and determine best method of repair
• Install replacement components or carry out repairs using lathes, cutting/grinding machinery, welding equipment etc
• Check tolerances/clearances during re-assembly and test all equipment for effective and safe operation following repair
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance checks to a pre-determined schedule. Assess requirements for repair/replacement and, in conjunction with management, determine the best time for repairs to be carried out. Carry out repairs.
• Attend to equipment faults in response to requests from management as a result of machinery malfunctioning (e.g. not producing to dimensions) and carry out adjustments or repairs as necessary
• Utilise hydraulic & pneumatic drawings for fault finding purposes.
• Where necessary, identify appropriate replacement part using manufacturer’s specifications, catalogues etc, and order from maintenance office
• Ensure all equipment conforms to relevant health and safety legislation after repair. Strictly adhere to safe working practices when repairing machinery, entering confined spaces, etc. Ensure appropriate isolation and key exchange procedures are carried out
• Complete job ticket descriptions and report as required

Skills / Experience:

• Familiarity with a factory environment.

• Mechanical apprenticeship /HND/HNC or similar in Mechanical Engineering, Fitting etc.
• Making decisions and problem solving. Communicate with Team Leaders, peers, etc.
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise work, gather information via manufacturer’s hand books, drawings and/or internet. Evaluate information and determine compliance with standards.

Salary / Benefits:

£47,160pa + Benefits

Hours:

2 shift pattern – 39 hours per week

6.00am – 2.00pm

2.00pm – 10.00pm

For more information on this position and to discuss this role in confidence, please contact Chris O’Brien at Dynamic Selection.