Trainee Mechanical Technician

Overview:

The Mechanical Technician Pipe Preparation is responsible for applying mechanical skills in pipe preparation. An integral part of this role is also to have a meticulous attention to detail and work to our high standard of quality, ensuring that any issues are reported.

Working within our manufacturing site at Bar Hill; Cambridge, candidates will be taught how to read and understand an array of technical and engineering drawings

This role will be on a 2-week shift pattern of week 1 - Monday - Friday 05.45 - 13.45 and week 2 Monday - Wednesday 14.00 – 00.00, Thursday 14.00 – 23.30 with day off Friday where a 15.5% shift allowance will apply.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• To comprehensively read and interpret technical/engineering drawings.
• Cut and prepare tube to 0.5mm tolerance.
• To follow manufacturing/quality procedures and standards.
• Hand bend tube ranging from 1/8” diameter to ½” diameter.
• Operate CNC Tube Bender
• Be willing to undertake work onsite.
• Mentor and assist new starters.
• Liaise and update Production Manager / Supervisor on status of goods
• To keep areas clean, tidy and adhere to Company health and safety procedures

Person Specification:

• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail, a high level of dexterity and capable of work to precision tolerances.
• Competency in the use of hand tools and measuring equipment
• Able to follow clear and precise procedures/instructions.
• Practical training will be given therefore candidates must be willing to learn, develop and be open to new working practices.
• Good communication and team skills are essential.
• Good timekeeping.
• Flexibility to work overtime when required

The success of UCT Fluid Solutions is grounded in our collective commitment to our core values:

• Employees are our most important asset
• Integrity and respect
• Relentless drive to succeed
• Critical thinking
• Effective teamwork
• Strategic balance

Benefits to working with us?

· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

· Private Healthcare

· Joining bonus of £1500 after 6 months service

· Profit sharing bonus

· Long service awards, EAP, life assurance, referral scheme

· Company events

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Loyalty bonus
• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cambridge: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person