Fitter

The Company:
Ryobi Aluminium Casting (UK) Ltd is an innovative, world class supplier of high quality, technically complex automotive components. Based in Carrickfergus, Ryobi Aluminium Casting (UK) Ltd is a proud member of the Ryobi Group. With the help of our Japanese parent company we can bring the latest technological advances to our European Customers.

Ryobi’s vision is to maintain a sustainable business by achieving the best results for our customers, maximising the potential of every employee through mutual respect, trust and teamwork. Our mission is to be the Number 1 Die Casting Company in Europe, to build upon our current customer base and increase market share, and to satisfy customer and shareholder requirements.

The role:

Sharpen all required tooling

Identify and correct die problems independently or with reference to senior Die Maintenance Technician

Carry out die modifications

Spotting of die, wear plates and inserts

Perform welding assignments

Recognise and correct problems during die assembly/disassembly

Perform finishing assignments

Use measuring instruments

Finish parts to print, after machining is completed

Respond to Senior Die Maintenance Technician as required

Carry out training of other employees

Practice good housekeeping and safety procedures

Ensure compliance to Health and Safety Practice

Participate and lead information sharing, team working and Continuous Improvement Programmes

Comply with the Company Environmental Policy and requirements of the Environmental Management System, both in normal and emergency situations

Other duties as assigned

Essential Criteria:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent from a mechanical maintenance background
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Customer focus
• Results focus
• Able to work effectively on own initiative and effectively contribute within a team environment
• Able to see activities through to completion
• Available to work shifts

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience of tool fitting
• Welding experience 

Shortlisting and Interviews:

• Shortlisting - 10th April 2024
• Interviews - 15th April 2024

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Company Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive shift premium for all shift roles 
• Generous employer pension contributions, starting at 7% Employer and rising to 14% Employer
• A health cash plan
• Discount scheme
• Life assurance
• Service-related holidays & Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Free car parking
• Learning and Development opportunities and support
• Ride to work scheme
• Service awards

If you have previously applied for this role in the last 6 months, we will not be considering your application at this time.