Mechanical Engineer

Orbital Recruitment are looking for 2 mechanical Engineers for our client in Beccles to start in early January.

6 month minimum contract 

Machine building from prototypes.
Up to 50 hours per week available, working hours TBA on an individual basis.
£27p/h (LTD company/CIS/Umbrella pay) depending upon experience.

Role Specification – Mechanical Assembly Technician

My client provides cutting edge automated solutions to global markets, spanning a variety of industry sectors, including Medical/Ocular and Pharmaceutical.

With over 40 years’ experience in providing bespoke turnkey automation, ranging from stand-alone machines, to fully integrated high throughput cells. We pride ourselves on being able to offer our customers the complete in-house solution - from design to delivery.

Role

A skilled Mechanical Fitter connects parts into more complex components. You will ensure all parts fit correctly and are suitable for the final product. You will use your hands or machines to do the job with greater precision.

You must have good technical knowledge and possess great manual dexterity. Ability to read instructions represented in manuals, drawings, schematics etc. and follow them with precision is extremely important.

Responsibilities

The following list is an indication of roles and responsibilities you will be expected to undertake within our organisation. The list is not exhaustive and intended as guidance only.

The goal is to produce complex outputs by putting together smaller components.

• Read and comprehend instructions and follow established procedures.


• Collect all material and equipment needed to begin the process.


• Take precision measurements to ensure perfect fit of components.


• Select or modify components according to measurements and specifications.


• Align material and put together parts to build more complex units.


• Check output to ensure highest quality.


• Maintain equipment in good condition.


• Keep records of production quantities and time.


• Report on issues, malfunction or defective parts

Requirements

• Proven experience as assembler


• Technical knowledge and ability to read blueprints, drawings etc.


• Ability in using hand tools and machines.


• Good understanding of quality control principles


• Good communication skills (verbal and written)


• Excellent hand-eye coordination and physical condition


• HNC or HND from a technical school will be appreciated

Please contact Jon Roome or Shane Grogan to discuss further.