Back to Search

Mechanical Assembler

Permanent
£15.00 - £16.00 p/h
Ipswich, Suffolk
On-site

Mechanical Assembler - Finish at 3:30pm Every Friday? No - Every Day!

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00-15:30 (40 hours per week) - Enjoy your afternoons with an early 3:30pm finish every day!
Pay: £15.00-£16.00 per hour (Weekly Pay)
Contract: Permanent (following a successful 3-month probation)

Are you an experienced Mechanical Fitter or Mechanical Assembler looking for a company where you're more than just a number?

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established, family-run engineering business in Ipswich that has been manufacturing high-quality equipment for almost 40 years. Known for investing in their people, this company offers a friendly, supportive workshop environment where hard work is recognised and long-term careers are built.

Whether you're already experienced with hydraulic systems or have a strong mechanical assembly background and want to develop your skills further, this could be the perfect next step.

What you'll be doing:

  • Assembling hydraulic equipment and mechanical components
  • Cleaning and preparing parts before assembly
  • Testing finished products to ensure they meet quality standards
  • Reading and interpreting engineering (CAD) drawings
  • Building heavy plant equipment used within the construction industry
  • Supporting other areas of the workshop when required

What we're looking for:

  • Previous experience in mechanical fitting or mechanical assembly
  • A good understanding of hydraulic systems (preferred but not essential)
  • Ability to confidently read engineering drawings
  • Pride in producing high-quality work with excellent attention to detail
  • A positive, flexible attitude and willingness to support the wider team

Why you'll want this job:

  • Early finish every day - your working day ends at 3:30pm, giving you your afternoons back.
  • Join a family-run company where people genuinely matter.
  • Weekly pay.
  • Permanent opportunity with long-term stability.
  • Ongoing training and opportunities to develop your engineering skills.
  • Be part of a respected business with nearly 40 years of manufacturing excellence.

If you're looking for a role where you'll be valued, supported, and given the opportunity to build a long-term career with a company that genuinely looks after its employees, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and Connor at Prime Appointments will be in touch to discuss the role.

#suffolktemp

Apply for this role
Connor Bates's Photo
Connor Bates Recruitment Coordinator
Date: 19/07/2026
Job ref: 96752_1784451613

Other similar vacancies

Permanent Electrical Service Engineer

My client is looking to recruit an Electrical Service Engineer to work within Heavy Industry.

£35,000 - £46,000 p/a
Brentwood, Essex
Depending on level of experience
Engineering
Remote
Job ref: 94424_1784296152 View
Permanent Customer Quality Engineer

A leading aerospace company are looking to recruit a Customer Quality Engineer to ensure customers products meet their requirements.

£30,000 - £40,000 p/a
Brentwood, Essex
Depending on level of experience
Engineering
On-site
Job ref: 96227_1784295922 View
Permanent Supplier Quality Engineer

Our client an Aerospace distribution company are looking to recruit a Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure quality and safety of their products.

£35,000 - £45,000 p/a
Brentwood, Essex
Depending on level of experience
Engineering
On-site
Job ref: 96225_1784295834 View
Permanent Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Our client is keen to recruit a Mechanically biased Maintenance Engineer to work within a heavy industry plant.

Negotiable
Colchester, Essex
Negotiable depending on experience
Engineering
On-site
Job ref: 96023_1784114734 View