Luton Bennett

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Luton Bennett Braunstone, Leicestershire
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Mechanical Fitter (Machine Build/Assembly) Leicester Competitive Salary Dependent on Experience + Pension + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Uniform + Parking + Company Bonus Scheme + Death in Service Benefit 37.5 Hours a Week Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:30, 13:30 Friday Finish Mechanical Fitter required for a professional and growing producer of bespoke machinery used in manufacturing. The company have a niche product range and an excellent reputation. The role will suit mechanical fitters looking for a truly varied role. Candidates will need experience fitting / assembling new machinery. You must be able to read and interpret engineering / technical drawings. The role will be fitting and assembling new, precision bespoke machines. You ll be reading engineering drawings and use appropriate hand tools to assemble. You need to be accurate and ensure high attention to detail to ensure the specification is met. This is a great chance to be part of a small, successful and long-standing company who supply their machines to a wide range of industries. The role will suit those looking for a role that is varied and your efforts will be appreciated. The Mechanical Fitter Role: Mechanical fitting and assembly of machines in line with specifications, drawings and build procedures Read and follow engineering drawings Use of hand tools and power tools Working with rolling element bearings, shafts, plain bearings, liner bearings, ball screws, lead screws, pneumatic components, sensors, motors and gearboxes etc. Use of measuring equipment such as verniers, slip gauges, micrometres etc. The Mechanical Fitter required: Mechanical fitting/assembly experience of industrial machines or similar Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
Luton Bennett
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Workshop Manager (Manufacturing / Engineering) Tarporley £55,000 to £65,000 DOE + Benefits Package Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:30 Workshop Manager required for a growing manufacturing company based near Tarporley. This is a great opportunity to join a market leading company in an integral role as they continue to grow. This role would suit an experienced manager with experience working within a manufacturing background. You will need an engineering background including experience with mechanical assembly, basic fabrication, welding and basic electrical wiring. Overseeing a small workshop team, the Workshop Manager will be responsible for planning production activities and keeping the team motivated. This is a largely hands on role, and you will support the team build and assembly equipment. It will be your responsibility to ensure production and quality targets are reached. The Workshop Manager Role: Overseeing and motivating a workshop team 5-8 people Hands on focus - mechanical assembly, alignment, electrical wiring Planning and prioritising daily and weekly production schedule Conduct performance reviews Continuous improvements - 5S, waste reduction, development of SOPs etc. Oversee quality and compliance including carrying out inspections and managing any non-conformances Ensure compliance with H&S The Workshop Manager Candidate: Experience in a managerial role Manufacturing background Experience with mechanical fitting, welding, basic fabrication, basic wiring Experience with ISO9001 or other QC standards Able to read engineering drawings and schematics