Position: Bandsaw Operator
Company Name: Kerry Mechanical Engineering
Location: Kilmeany, Kilmorna, Listowel, Co. Kerry, Ireland
Job type: Fulltime/ Contract
Hours per week: 40 hours
Email your CV to: [email protected]
About the Role:
Due to continued expansion, Kerry Mechanical Engineering (KME), based in Kilmorna, Co. Kerry, is seeking an experienced Steel Bandsaw Operator with Fabrication experience to join our growing team.
With over 25 years of industry experience, KME specialises in high-end steel fabrication and engineering services. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a modern engineering environment, gain broad industry experience, and develop your career with a well-established and progressive company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate bandsaw equipment to cut steel and other materials to specification.
- Read and interpret fabrication and production drawings.
- Use hand tools and measuring equipment to ensure accurate cutting and finishing.
- Inspect finished components to ensure quality and accuracy standards are met.
- Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.
- Monitor and maintain steel stock and inventory levels.
- Keep the work area clean, safe, and organised.
- Ensure completed work orders are correctly labelled and stored.
- Work both independently and as part of a team
Requirements:
- Previous experience as a bandsaw operator or in a similar fabrication/manufacturing role.
- Experience with Steel Fabrication
- Experience operating a forklift.
- Strong written and spoken English.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
- Reliable, punctual, and a strong work ethic
Desirable:
- Previous experience in a similar role within a fabrication or engineering environment
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay (based on experience)
- Work with Irelands most advanced tube laser and precision engineering technology.
- Work Life Balance – Early Friday finish
- Company Pension
- A key role in a fast paced, high output engineering environment.
- Long-term opportunity for the right candidate
If you are interested in this position, please apply with your CV and details of your experience.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
