CNC Machining centre and router operator

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CNC Machining Centre and Router Operator Location: Sandyford, Dublin Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week Salary: €38,000 per year About Us Gaelite Signs, established in 1933, is one of Ireland’s leading sign manufacturing companies with over 90 years of expertise in delivering innovative branding and display solutions. Based in Sandyford, Dublin, we specialise in external and internal branding, signage, dynamic lighting, and building cladding for clients such as BWG, Maxol, McDonald’s, and Heineken. Role Overview We are seeking a skilled CNC Machining Centre and Router Operator with hands-on experience operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment. This is a permanent night-shift position. Applicants must be available to work this shift on a long-term basis. Key Responsibilities - Set up, operate, and monitor CNC machining centre and CNC router equipment for production of aluminium and composite signage components. - Adjust machine settings, tooling, feeds, and speeds to ensure precision and efficiency. - Read and interpret detailed technical drawings and translate them into machining operations. - Process a range of materials including extruded aluminium profiles, aluminium sheets, plastics, MDF, and composite materials. - Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshoot operational issues to minimise downtime. - Ensure adherence to quality control standards and production specifications. - Maintain accurate production and material usage records. - Support assembly operations where required using trade tools and equipment. - Follow all health and safety procedures in a busy manufacturing environment. Essential Skills and Experience - Minimum 2 years' relevant CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment. - Ability to set up and run CNC machines independently. - Experience working with aluminium, plastics, and composite materials. - Ability to read and interpret technical drawings to a high level of accuracy. - Ability to work to production deadlines with minimal supervision. - Experience operating CNC machining centres, ideally including Elumatec SBZ 151, SBZ 122, or similar aluminium profile machining centres. Key Requirements This is a permanent night-shift position (21:00–05:30, Monday to Friday). Following an initial daytime induction and training period, the successful candidate will work the permanent night shift. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards. - Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks. - Fluent English (written and verbal). - Strong problem-solving ability in a production environment. Working Conditions - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. - Permanent night shift: 21:00–05:30. - Manufacturing workshop environment. - Manual handling and machine operation required. Applicants must meet the required technical experience and be available to work the permanent night shift (21:00–05:30)