Senior Fabricator / Sheet Metal Worker

Location: Co. Mayo

Contract: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00am–4:30pm; Friday, 9:00am–3:30pm Rate: Negotiable, depending on experience

Our client, a well-established precision fabrication company based in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, is currently seeking an experienced Senior Fabricator / Sheet Metal Worker to join their team.

Working from their Castlebar workshop, the successful candidate will undertake high-quality fabrication work supporting customers within the pharmaceutical and manufacturing sectors. This is a senior position requiring strong hands-on fabrication experience, excellent technical ability and a consistently high standard of workmanship.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Fabricate, cut, weld, bend and assemble sheet metal components to high precision standards.
• Interpret and work accurately from technical drawings, specifications and job requirements.
• Measure, mark and prepare materials for fabrication.
• Operate fabrication equipment and hand tools safely and effectively.
• Carry out welding, cutting, forming and assembly work as required.
• Plan, organise and prioritise work to meet production schedules and delivery deadlines.
• Inspect completed work to ensure required dimensions, tolerances and quality standards are achieved.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and management to resolve production issues.
• Maintain tools, equipment and the workshop environment in safe and efficient working order.
• Work in accordance with all relevant health, safety and quality procedures.

• Minimum 3 years' experience in fabrication and/or sheet metal work.
• Strong practical skills in welding, cutting, forming and assembling metal components.
• Proven ability to read and work from technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience using fabrication machinery and associated hand and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to organise work effectively and meet production deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Previous experience supporting customers within the pharmaceutical sector.
• Experience with stock control or logistics within a production/manufacturing environment.
• Experience using CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar.
• Ability to produce basic hand sketches/drawings.
• Forklift licence or previous material-handling experience.

What's on Offer

• Negotiable hourly rate, depending on experience.
• Overtime available on occasion, paid at time and a half.
• Company van provided for an appropriately experienced Senior Fabricator.
• Year-end bonus provided in the form of a Swirl card.
• Short-term accommodation assistance may be available if required.
• Opportunity to work within a specialist precision fabrication environment supporting the pharmaceutical and manufacturing sectors

Applications are now open for experienced Fabricators / Sheet Metal Workers interested in joining a specialist manufacturing business in Co. Mayo.

Note: By applying for this position, you may also be considered by Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment for other relevant opportunities.

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