Shuttering Carpenter, Carlow

 Roles and Responsibilities:

• Interpret manufacturing drawings, understanding the nuances of custom formwork components required to cast the final precast concrete product.
• Convert information in manufacturing drawings into a part list of mould components parts required to build the formwork.
• Inspect and measure finished products and compare them with requirements to determine if the process has been completed properly.
• Pallet and label mould components.
• Develop and trial proto-type mould designs to develop standard templates.
• Liaise with wider carpentry team regarding mould designs.
• Ensure shuttering is suitable to achieve the required quality standard for each precast product to be manufactured.
• Operation of hand tools.
• Operation of machines such as forklift, gantry cranes or any other machinery deemed necessary (training will be provided). 
• Performance of daily pre-start safety checks.
• Performance of basic machine cleaning and maintenance.
• Performance of all tasks per health, safety and quality standards and act as a role model for such practices within team.
• Ensure work area is kept clean and clutter/hazard free.
• Assist in basic on-the-job training of new operatives in the carpentry team.
• Actively learn from senior members of team.
• Assist in other areas of the factory when required.
• Completion of reasonable overtime on weekdays and weekends.
• Completion of any other reasonable tasks which may be assigned by the Line Manager and/or their designees. 
• Completion of reasonable overtime on weekdays and weekends.
• Completion of other reasonable tasks which may be assigned by the line manager and/or their designees. 

The Ideal Candidate:

• NFQ level 6 trade in carpentry or equivalent desirable.
• Prior experience in shuttering carpentry essential.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment an advantage.
• Awareness and respect for health and safety rules and procedures.
• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality workmanship.
• Results-driven approach.
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to trouble shoot issues.
• Ability to perform quality work adhering to deadlines, with or without direct supervision.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as well as part of a team. 
• Flexibility of duties and working hours.
• Proven record of good timekeeping and attendance.
• English language fluency, spoken and written, is essential.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• 23 days annual leave. 
• Company pension plan with matched employer contributions.
• Death in service benefit.
• Educational Assistance Programme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

About FLI:

FLI Precast Solutions design and manufacture precast concrete elements for a variety of applications in the Data, Energy, Water and Aviation Industries in Ireland, UK and Europe. We provide a service to clients which allows traditional in-situ built concrete infrastructure such as large chambers, tanks, cable troughs, architectural retaining walls, piers and other heavy civils products to be manufactured off site within our three production halls at our twenty-two-acre plant in Ballon, Co. Carlow.

Our core values include prioritising safety, whilst providing both quality service and product through our focus on our people, teamwork and efficiency. FLI build relationships with clients by adding value through their creative approach to solving problems and delivering projects on time in a flexible, dependable, supportive and reliable manner. Our customers benefit from FLI's depth of knowledge, range of experience and attention to detail in terms of working with clients to create solutions. FLI are focused on creating opportunities for personal and professional growth amongst our staff in order to continue responding and adapting to the ever-changing global marker and provide an exceptionable service level to our customers. We are committed to building trusting relationships with our staff, valuing their contribution to business success while also assisting them in reaching fulfilment of their personal and career objectives.

Ballon is charming rural village at the foot of the Blackstairs Mountains surrounded by archaeological attractions including motte and bailey, ringforts, cashels, standing stones and holy wells, and less than an hour drive from some of the stunning beaches and attractions of Wexford. The village is a 15-minute drive to Carlow town with its host of shops, restaurants and bars, 10 minutes from the nearest motorway, 60 minutes from Rosslare Harbour and 75 minutes from Dublin Airport making it easily accessible for domestic and overseas travel.  

FLI Precast Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.