Pharma Mechanical Fitter / Assembly Engineer

Pharma Mechanical Fitter / Assembly Engineer

Department: Pharma Assembly Reports to: Pharma Production Manager

We are delighted that due to our continued growth, we have a vacancy for two Mechanical Fitters / Assembly Engineers within our Pharma Assembly Team.

The successful candidates will be responsible for the mechanical assembly of our Pharma product range.

Key Responsibilities

As part of your role at Howorth, your responsibilities will include:

• Fitment of mechanical components and construction of mechanical assemblies
• Installation of valves and pipework
• Bespoke fitment of parts
• Understanding of technical drawings
• Use hand and power tools competently
• Assist other trades personnel as required
• Travel globally to perform installations once skilled in assembly techniques
• Work under own initiative with minimum supervision
• Independently problem solve
• Communicate with colleagues and supervision to achieve required output
• Assist with the development of assembly procedures to improve manufacturing efficiency
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities
• Plan and prioritise own workloads to ensure that tasks are completed on time

Qualifications & Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with mechanical assembly and component drawings
• Strong mechanical knowledge
• Experience of working with stainless steel
• Specific knowledge of methods and techniques used in mechanical assembly and component fitment
• Experience of direct client contact

Desired Experience

• Methodical assembly approach
• Organised approach
• Teamwork
• Ability to work under pressure
• Enjoy problem solving

Flexible / Hybrid Working - Wellbeing Allowance - Medicash Healthcare Plan -Free parking - Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay

Critical illness scheme - Death in service cover - Electric Car Salary Sacrifice - Cycle to work scheme - Employee assistance scheme - Company sick pay

About Us

Air it's a wonderful thing. And at Howorth, we should know. For over 160 years we've studied it. Inhaled and exhaled it. Developed pioneering new ways to clean it, control it, climatise it and contain it.

We understand what it does and how it flows. We know how it moves through operating theatres and clinical areas, pharmaceutical, biotech and chemical manufacturing equipment and environments. Read more:

Our Culture

At Howorth Air Tech we believe in the power of people and there are three values that underpin everything we do as an organisation.

• Integrity: You take ownership and accountability, and you value openness.
• Collaboration: You work with others to achieve shared goals.
• Excellence: You strive to deliver high-quality service with a 'can-do' attitude.

These values reinforce our organisational purpose: to make a meaningful difference in people's lives. We are committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We believe that embracing different perspectives fuels innovation and strengthens our team. We actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences, ensuring equal opportunities for growth and advancement.

Our commitment to DEI is evident in our hiring practices, workplace policies, and ongoing efforts to cultivate a culture where every employee feels a sense of belonging. Visit our join the team page.

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