Multi-Skilled Assembly Fitter

Location: Urmston, Manchester
Contract Duration: 3-6 months (minimum 3 months)
Shift Pattern: Days - 7:30am-4pm Mon-Thurs, 7:30am-3pm Friday (39hrs minimum)
Rate of Pay: £22.00-£23.00 per hour (Limited Company)

£17.77p/h + Hol Pay (Inside IR35) PAYE / Umbrella

I am collaborating with a leading global engineering and manufacturing client based in Manchester, specializing in the design, build, and supply of bespoke special purpose machinery for the packaging and FMCG industries. They are currently seeking Mechanically-biased Assembly Fitters for an initial 3-6 month contract, with the possibility of extension depending on workload and project needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Mechanical assembly, including small bench work and bolting parts to machines
Reading and interpreting mechanical assembly drawings
Utilizing hand tools such as allen keys, spanners, pliers, drills, etc.
Identifying and reporting any issues or snags during assembly to management
Wiring and building control panels, 3-phase motors, and inverters
Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics
Ensuring all paperwork and job cards are correctly completed
Meeting project and production deadlines
Ideal Candidate:

Ideally apprentice-trained (Engineering - Level 3) with a mechanical engineering background in machine assembly
Experience with special purpose machinery or similar systems
Knowledge of LEAN, 5S, and Continuous Improvement principles
Strong team player with excellent communication skills
Good understanding of Health, Safety, and Quality standards
Own set of assembly/bench fitting tools
Benefits:

Outside IR35 (Limited company contractors)
Excellent, purpose-built, state-of-the-art facilities
Opportunity to work on interesting and innovative engineering projects
Standard day shifts (Mon-Fri) with potential overtime
I am eager to speak with skilled Assembly Fitters who are looking for a challenging and rewarding contract position. To apply or for more information, please send your updated CV to Sam Martlew, Recruitment Manager at ATA Recruitment.

ATA Recruitment specializes in manufacturing, infrastructure, civil, transportation, and general engineering recruitment on both permanent and contract bases. For more opportunities, visit .

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