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Mechanical Fitter

  • Location: Horsham
  • Salary: competitive per year
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted over 2 years ago

  • Sector: Engineering
  • Contact: Emma Bainbridge
  • Contact Email: e.bainbridge@jamrecruitment.co.uk
  • Start Date: asap
  • Expiry Date: 03 November 2021
  • Job Ref: BBBH77501_1632306803

We are currently looking for a Mechanical Fitter to join our Production team of our award winning Design and Manufacturing business (Aerospace & Defence) based in the heart of Horsham.

Reporting to the Production Team Leader, you will provide support across all areas of the production process.

You will be responsible for:

  • Prototype and production assembly of machines to Engineering drawings and procedures.
  • Ensuring all modifications during the build process are documented & Change request forms completed.
  • Liaising with production control when kits are incomplete.
  • Modifications to existing parts using hand tools and basic machine tools such as drills, lathes and mills.
  • Manufacture of simple brackets, mounting plates and simple tooling.
  • Checking that all work meets quality and technical standards.
  • Effective communications with engineering team to sort out issues during the build.
  • Adhere to the company's procedures, policies and goals
  • Ensure at all times that health and safety regulations and guidelines are followed
  • Ensure that all procedures are followed as specified in the Quality Manual
  • Ensure that all documentation related to your work is kept accurate and up to date in accordance with BS EN9001

You will have:

  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Ability to read technical drawings
  • Experience working within a similar industry (e.g. defence or aerospace)

*** Please note this role requires UK defence security clearance to SC level as a minimum, you must be SC clearable to apply for this role ***

In return you will be offered a competitive salary with attractive benefits package and an opportunity to make your mark within a forward-thinking organisation.

JAM Recruitment is acting as an employment agency with regards to this position.

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