Machinist – Fitter

January 29, 2025 | Comments Off on Machinist – Fitter

Role: Machinist - Fitter

Location: Dublin

Job Type: Permanent - Full time

Salary:40-€50k DOE Plus Benefits listed below.

Are you an experienced Machinist - Fitter ready for a new challenge? Elk Recruitment is hiring for our client's expanding team in Dublin, offering an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in a forward-thinking company

Benefits on Offer:

  • 21 days Annual Leave
  • Pension scheme after probation

Your new role includes:

  • Prepare and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, grinding, milling turning etc.
  • Set up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three and four jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; and tramming heads.
  • Plans stock inventory by checking stock to determine the amount available; anticipating needed stock; placing and expediting orders for stock; verifying receipt of stock.
  • Understand the specifications of the task at hand and the desired result by reading blueprints, mechanical drawings, etc.
  • Translate instructions into computer commands so the machines can perform the correct function
  • Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto the machines
  • Prepare a test run to check if the machines produce outputs according to specifications
  • Set machines to complete full cycles to fabricate a large number of parts
  • Supervise the machines while they execute the tasks and make any necessary adjustments to produce a better result
  • Inspect and measure finished products and compare them with requirements to determine if the process has been completed properly

Experience you need:

  • Machinist who can do fitting rather than a fitter who knows about machines.
  • Machine background, must be capable of using machines not just programming.
  • Experience with Milling and Lathe
  • Proven experience as CNC operator
  • Skill in operating CNC machinery and tooling as well as precision measurement tools
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical documents and drawings
  • Computer savvy with basic understanding of computer programming and CAD/CAM
  • Mechanical aptitude and good math skills
  • A keen eye for detail and results-driven approach
  • Understanding of quality control principles
  • Good communication skills (verbal and written)
  • ONC or HNC from a technical
  • Successfully completed apprenticeship

What's next

  • Click "Apply Now"to submit your application and we will be in touch asap for our initial screening.
  • If this role isn't the perfect match but you're interested in similar opportunities, feel free to get in touch.

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