Mechanical Build / Fitter: Bespoke Machine Build & Assembly on a Global Scale!
Pensnett Estate Kingswinford, West Midlands - Full Time

Founded in 1926, Manufacturing Technology, Inc. (MTI) remains a family-owned business headquartered in South Bend, Indiana, USA, which is currently operated by the 4th generation of the family.  MTI is the global leader in friction welding solutions with locations in the United States, United Kingdom, Slovakia and a majority-owned facility in India. Leveraging an outstanding reputation and MTI’s strong customer relationships, MTI has developed a significant global presence as provider of critical friction welding solutions for Aerospace / Astrospace, Automotive, Military, Oil & Gas and Mining industries and boasts customers such as NASA, Boeing and large tier 1 automotive suppliers such as Rolls-Royce.  We are known as an independent, nimble, and fast responding partner for customized solutions. With over 250 global employees MTI generates over $50M in annual sales.  There are three main branches of the business: Global Friction Welding Machine Build, Regional Contract Welding and Resistance Welding in Europe. 

Since 2005, MTI Welding Technologies, our Kingswinford facility, located in the heart of the Midlands has grown to be a leading supplier of Rotary friction welding machines throughout Europe.  Our strong team of experts - who are a full-service provider to our customers  - ensures that our customer’s on-site service, OEM friction welder parts, installation, and operator and maintenance training needs are met. 

Mechanical Build / Fitter

A member of the MTI Machinery Build Team who is responsible for the build of sub-assembly units.  This position is then responsible for the integration of these units onto the overall machine build of Friction Welding Machinery, which also includes the installation and upgrades on-site at the customers location - both within the UK and Worldwide. 

This position is an integral part of our Operations team.  We are seeking a focused, detailed-oriented team member with uncompromisingly high standards and solid work ethic coupled with a strong desire to learn.

Position Summary:

We are searching for a skilled and creative minded team member to fit and assemble complex machine unit assemblies such as Spindles, Clamps, Automation, Lubrication, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, and other mechanical sub-assemblies and the fit / assemble those units within the general assembly of the friction welding machine by using assembly drawings and schematics.  Working in collaboration with the Manufacturing Manager, our Mechanical Build / Fitters ensure that each unit and machine is built "on time": to the machine schedule, "on spec": to the assembly and mechanical specifications of the machine, and "on budget": to the estimated hours for each sub assembly.  

Come and be a part of MTI's Company initiative of Up Front Planning by participating in a series of meetings held prior to the project build phase on the release of each unit from the design phase.  Your expertise will be valued and heard as you take advantage of this opportunity to review and voice any concerns on each design and also identify all materials required to support the Mechanical Build sequence.  

This important role strives to achieve success by following MTI’s Core Values: Purposeful Innovation, MTI Family Company, Stellar Reputation, Customer Intimate, Supported Accountability, and An Environment Where You Are Expected to Contribute and Grow.

The Challenge:

MTI is a company in significant growth, and rapid development in terms of globalizing and becoming best in class. MTI is looking for driven, collaborative, and innovative people to help us achieve our goals.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
  1. Fitting / assembly of various unit assemblies using assembly drawings.
  2. Read detailed Hydraulic, Lubrication & Pneumatic Schematics.
  3. Installation of Hydraulic, Lubrication & Pnuematic systems.
  4. Integrate vendor automation, conveyors, robots and guarding
  5. Communicate any problems with parts to build & engineering department.
  6. Onsite installation / upgrades / break downs of machinery at customers premises UK & Worldwide.
  7. Communicate with customers in a professional and knowledgeable manner.
  8. Inspect parts from a drawing using various inspection equipment.
  9. Operate machine shop equipment such as Miller, Lather, Surface grinder ect.
  10. Continuously reviews/improves engineering processes.
  11. Contributes to MTI’s Upfront planning initiative.
  12. Helps develop strategies and processes to ensure on-time delivery of equipment, cost reduction opportunities and performance improvements.
  13. Promotes cultural values and behavior in others (Respectful, Purposeful, Integrity, Collaborative, Adaptable, Positive Attitude, Excellence, Effective Communication.
  14. Occasionally supports MTI’s Subcontract department with machine breakdowns, machine operations and pre / post machining.
  15. Perform other assignments, as requested by supervisor or manager. 

Required Skills and Competencies
  1. Must have excellent verbal communication skills.
  2. Proven commitment to Health and Safety regulations
  3. Ability to read mechanical drawings and fluid schematics and understand dimensional tolerances.
  4. Mechanical and machining proficiency.
  5. Ability to adapt & learn.
  6. To be able to work as part of a team.
  7. Ability to work with minimal supervision.
  8. Precision and attention to detail.
  9. Strong manual skills.
  10. Excellent mechanical skills.
  11. Good housekeeping.
  12. Flexibility with overtime, inclusive of occasional weekend work.
  13. Must be eligible to work in the UK permanently.
  14. Must conduct oneself with the highest level of professional and ethical standards.
  15. Must have UK driving license.
  16. Must hold valid passport.

Preferred Skills and Experience
  1. Problem solving expertise.
  2. Passion and enthusiasm for innovation.
  3. Excellent written and verbal skills.
  4. LEAN Implementation.
  5. Inquisitive nature
  6. Operate crane and forklift.
  7. Interest and availability to travel internationally for occasional machine installation projects.

Physical Requirements
  1. Flexibility and stamina as required of occasional lengthy travel
  2. Use hands for purposes of keyboarding; hand tools, handle or feel.
  3. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 18Kgs.

Required Education and/or Experience
  1. City and Guild Mechanical Engineering and/or BTECH Mechanical Engineering
  2. Machine Tool Fitter Experience
  3. Bespoke machine building experience, preferred

Job Type: Full-Time
                 This is not a remote position. 
                This position requires your onsite presence.

Schedule:

  • Day shift

Location: Kingswinford, Midlands, UK

MTI Welding Technologies (MTIW) is a globally renowned friction welding machine manufacturer, offering a standard product range of machines as well as customized solutions. Our team of experienced engineers has decades of experience working closely with customers to develop tailored solutions for their product or individual requirements.

MTI Welding Technologies is NADCAP, ISO 9001 and AS9100 accredited, ensuring the highest quality and sensitivity for customer projects.  MTIW uses globally recognized component suppliers to supply machines and solutions that meet global customer requirements, including CE.