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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