Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Assembly Engineer
Location: Bolton, BL2 6RT
Salary: From £33,000-£35,000 per year + overtime (negotiable based on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Company
Micro Can Ltd is a UK-based engineering company specialising in the design and manufacture of premium, bespoke canning machines for the craft drinks industry. With rapid growth across the UK and Europe, we pride ourselves on quality, attention to detail, and building all systems in-house using state-of-the-art technology and equipment.
The Role
We are looking for a skilled Machine Builder to join our engineering workshop team. This role focuses primarily on mechanical assembly, with some electrical wiring and pneumatic pipework. You will be responsible for building high-quality canning machines and associated ancillary equipment from drawings and assembly manuals.
Key Responsibilities
- Study assembly drawings, parts lists, and manuals to prepare work activities
- Gather parts, tools, subassemblies, and materials
- Assemble mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic components to machine frameworks
- Prepare and assemble subassemblies for final machine build
- Carry out quality control and inspection checks to ensure high standards
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
- Follow and embrace all Health & Safety procedures
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience in machine building or mechanical assembly
- Knowledge of machine construction and engineering principles
- Ability to read and work from technical drawings
- Comfortable using hand and power tools
- Basic electrical wiring and pneumatic experience desirable
- Good attention to detail and quality-focused mindset
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
- 30-minute unpaid lunch
- Optional early finish on Fridays
- Overtime available
Pay & Benefits
- From £33,000 per year (based on starting rate of£14.75 per hour) negotiable
- Overtime paid
- Yearly bonus
- Company pension
- Free onsite parking
- Wellness programme
Additional Information
- 8-month probationary period
- Must be able to reliably commute to or relocate to Bolton, BL2 6RT
- Work location: In person
Apply today to join a growing engineering company where quality, craftsmanship, and innovation are at the heart of everything we do.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £33,500.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Cycle to work scheme
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bolton BL2 6RT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- English first language
- Clean driving license
- 1 year electrical experience beneficial
- Own own hand tools
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Engineering: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
