Job post summary
Date posted: 08/07/2026
Pay: €38,000.00–€45,000.00 per year
Job Description
Job Title: CNC Machining Centre and Router Operator
Location: Sandyford, Dublin
Employment Type: Full-Time (Permanent Shift position)
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 highly skilled CNC Machining Centre and Router Operator with proven hands-on experience operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment. This position is for a permanent afternoon or permanent night shift and is not a standard daytime role. Applicants must be available to work one of these shifts 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 strict 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.
- Demonstrated ability to set up and run CNC machines independently
- Strong experience working with aluminium, plastics, and composite materials
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings to a high level of accuracy
- Proven ability to work to tight 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 position is offered exclusively as one of the following permanent shifts:
- Afternoon Shift: 12:30–21:00
- Night Shift: 21:00–05:30
Following an initial daytime induction and training period, successful candidates will be assigned to one of these permanent shifts. This is not a standard daytime position.
- 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
- 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday
- Manufacturing workshop environment
- Manual handling and machine operation required
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Long-term position in an established manufacturing company
- Opportunity to work on high-profile national projects
How to Apply
Please submit your application via Indeed. Only candidates who meet the required technical experience and are available to work a permanent afternoon or permanent night shift will be considered.
Reference ID: CNC Machining Centre and Router Operator
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €38,000.00-€45,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Are you willing and able to work a permanent afternoon shift (12:30–21:00) or permanent night shift (21:00–05:30) after the initial training period?
- Are you currently authorised to work full-time in Ireland?
Work Location: In person
