Mechanical Fitter

Company: Reed
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Location: Chelmsford
Job Description:

Job Description

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Reed Engineering are currently working with a bespoke machinery manufacturer based in Chelmsford who are rapidly growing. Due to this growth, they are currently looking for Mechanical / Multi Skilled Assemblers to join their team on a permanent basis!

This company offers a wealth of internal training and opportunities to develop your skills in a friendly and supportive team environment.

Key Skills:

  • Require competence in precision assembly work using Engineering drawings, process specifications, sketches and verbal instructions.
  • The work involves the use of hand and power tools, setting and shimming, manual machining operations and the use of precision measuring instruments.
  • Applicants should have previously worked in a similar environment, be able to operate as part of a team but be able to work with minimal supervision.

Main Duties:

  • Assembly of complex soldering machines involving electrically driven mechanical movements, pneumatic actuators and electronic control sub-systems.

Essential Qualifications:

  • Formal training in mechanical skills ideallywithin an apprenticeship coupled with a qualification to at least NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds. xwzovoh
  • Equipment familiarisation and process specific training will be given.

Additional Information:

  • Salary: £24,000 – £34,000 dependent on experience
  • Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8.00am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday
  • Permanent position

If you would be interested in opportunities within this growing organisation who develops their staff internally, please click to apply now!

Posted: April 10th, 2026