CNC Machinist – Weekend Shift
Salary: €39,000 – €43,000
Location: County Longford, Ireland
Hours: Monday to Friday (normal dayshift hours)
Start Date: ASAP
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Syntech Recruitment are partnering with our client to find a skilled CNC Machinist to support their manufacturing operations over the weekend. This hands-on role focuses on setting up and operating 5-axis pallet machines to ensure continuous production throughout the weekend.
This is a permanent weekend shift, and applicants must be fully committed to working Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays (12-hour shifts) on an ongoing basis.
CNC Machinist Duties:
Set up and operate 5-axis pallet machines to manufacture parts per supplied drawings.
Understand CNC programs and tooling, though full programming expertise is not required.
Ensure continuous operation of machinery over the weekend, troubleshooting as necessary.
Interpret technical drawings and specifications, including geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
Load feed mechanisms by lifting stock into position.
Verify parts by measuring critical dimensions at regular intervals, maintaining inspection records.
Perform first-off approval with the Quality Department before batch production.
Maintain equipment, completing preventative maintenance as per manufacturer’s guidelines.
Ensure a safe working environment by following safety procedures and wearing required PPE.
Document production and quality logs accurately.
Support cleaning and packing duties as required. Requirements:
Experience setting up and operating 5-axis CNC machines (pallet-based systems preferred).
Ability to understand CNC programs and tooling types.
Strong troubleshooting skills and a hands-on approach.
Ability to work independently over weekends to maintain machine uptime.
Good understanding of quality control processes and measurement techniques.To apply, simply click the apply button.
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