€40,000 - €50,000 yearly
Collins McNicholas Recruitment & HR Services
Athlone, County Westmeath, Ireland
Maintenance Fitter
Scope of role:
The role of a maintenance fitter involves plant and machinery purchase, installation, maintenance and repairs, replacement of broken or worn parts and servicing. Problem solving also makes up a large component of the role of a fitter. Additionally, we desire a candidate who has a passion for lean manufacturing and is willing to contribute their expertise in all areas of this business as required. We are open to a qualified fitter who would like in time to go on and achieve a mechanical engineering degree or equivalent
General Responsibilities
Always Adheres to safe working practice
Carrying out of servicing / running maintenance of equipment
Removal and replacement of components
Overhauling of components
Carrying out modifications or inspections in accordance with specified instructions
Repair of components/ systems
Keeps his / her work environment clean and organised
Engaging in cross skilling duties where required
Fault-finding and defect rectification
Lean:
Responsible for providing some of the data to aid implementation and focus during our lean journey
Candidate will have a key role in assisting to drive lean throughout our manufacturing operation
Competencies:
Concern for quality and safe working practices
Ability to read drawings, follow detailed work instructions and procedures
Interest in ensuring quality of work standards are high
Strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good numerical ability
Ability to make effective decisions
Ability to analyse and solve problems
Motivated to follow written instructions / guidelines and undertake checks
The ability to work alone and with others without constant or close supervision
Positive, change minded personality
Willingness to travel to inspect potential new equipment, to assist at other company sites if necessary and to benchmark other businesses on occasion
Committed to continuous improvement
Ability to adapt to constantly changing environment
Integrity
Multiple task management is a must in this role
A good understanding of electronics
Educational Standard:
FETAC Level 6 accreditation or equivalent including but not limited to Solas (formally FÁS) apprenticeship, City & Guilds apprenticeship or higher
Lean qualification is an advantage.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role in industry;
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure;
Must be computer literate, specifically in MSOffice;
Ability to negotiate and deal with external contractors;
Experience programming CNC equipment
Reporting structure:
The role reports to the Production Manager
Key measures of success:
Minimum equipment downtime
Maximisation of machine output
For more information contact David Lennon on 090 64 78104 or david.lennon@collinsmcnicholas.ie
Maintenance Fitter
Scope of role:
The role of a maintenance fitter involves plant and machinery purchase, installation, maintenance and repairs, replacement of broken or worn parts and servicing. Problem solving also makes up a large component of the role of a fitter. Additionally, we desire a candidate who has a passion for lean manufacturing and is willing to contribute their expertise in all areas of this business as required. We are open to a qualified fitter who would like in time to go on and achieve a mechanical engineering degree or equivalent
General Responsibilities
Always Adheres to safe working practice
Carrying out of servicing / running maintenance of equipment
Removal and replacement of components
Overhauling of components
Carrying out modifications or inspections in accordance with specified instructions
Repair of components/ systems
Keeps his / her work environment clean and organised
Engaging in cross skilling duties where required
Fault-finding and defect rectification
Lean:
Responsible for providing some of the data to aid implementation and focus during our lean journey
Candidate will have a key role in assisting to drive lean throughout our manufacturing operation
Competencies:
Concern for quality and safe working practices
Ability to read drawings, follow detailed work instructions and procedures
Interest in ensuring quality of work standards are high
Strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good numerical ability
Ability to make effective decisions
Ability to analyse and solve problems
Motivated to follow written instructions / guidelines and undertake checks
The ability to work alone and with others without constant or close supervision
Positive, change minded personality
Willingness to travel to inspect potential new equipment, to assist at other company sites if necessary and to benchmark other businesses on occasion
Committed to continuous improvement
Ability to adapt to constantly changing environment
Integrity
Multiple task management is a must in this role
A good understanding of electronics
Educational Standard:
FETAC Level 6 accreditation or equivalent including but not limited to Solas (formally FÁS) apprenticeship, City & Guilds apprenticeship or higher
Lean qualification is an advantage.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role in industry;
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure;
Must be computer literate, specifically in MSOffice;
Ability to negotiate and deal with external contractors;
Experience programming CNC equipment
Reporting structure:
The role reports to the Production Manager
Key measures of success:
Minimum equipment downtime
Maximisation of machine output
For more information contact David Lennon on 090 64 78104 or david.lennon@collinsmcnicholas.ie
