Coolrain Sawmills, part of the CJ Sheeran Group, manufactures and supplies a wide range of quality, FSC®-certified sawn products for an array of industries, including fencing, landscaping, pallet and packaging. Co-products such as sawdust, shavings, chips and bark are also produced into end products such as MDF, chipboard, horticultural graded bark and biomass for the energy generation sector.

The Role:

We are seeking a motivated Saw Doctor to join our team. The successful candidate will assist the Senior Saw Doctor and be trained in all aspects of saw blade sharpening, repair, and maintenance within a highly automated timber sawmill environment. This role involves a variety of tasks that ensure the efficiency and reliability of our cutting equipment by performing regular assessments, repairs, and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will have a mechanical aptitude, a strong ability to work independently, and a commitment to maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities:

Assist the Senior Saw Doctor in all activities related to the sharpening, repair, and maintenance of saw blades.
Perform routine saw blade changes and ensure their proper functioning within timber sawing machines and also inspecting the saws for any defects on an ongoing basis
Sharpening and repair of all bandsaw and circular saw blades required for multiple different timber sawing machines
Complete assessment of all blades for alignment, tension and defects etc
Re-tipping and sharpening of both circular and band saw blades using specialised automated equipment
Removal and re-install of all repaired and resharpened blades into all saw types within a highly automated timber sawmill machinery environment
Responsible for the procurement, management and repair of all blades across multiple machine types including band saws, Circular saws, Chipper heads, planers moulders and trim saws.
Fault finding analysis of cutting errors in the timber and working to resolving same with the mechanical maintenance team.
Working with external partners to develop new cutting heads for moulders etc to support new cutting patterns
Developing relationships with all related suppliers and ensuring minimum stock levels are maintained of all saw blades and parts at all times
Enforce safety standards and ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations
Maintain a high standard of quality across all production outputs, ensuring all products meet company specifications and customer expectations
Participation in ongoing training and development
Assist in other departments as needed, offering flexibility to support the business’s evolving needs

Requirements:

A strong work ethic and a high level of self-motivation to complete tasks with minimal supervision
Basic mechanical/engineering understanding, with experience or knowledge in tool making, mechanical fitting, or similar areas being an advantage
Attention to detail, ensuring high-quality standards in all work completed
Good PC skills for managing data and reports and interacting with PLCs
Ability to work well within a team, but also the capability to take initiative and complete tasks independently
Ability to work under pressure, maintaining focus and quality even in challenging environments

If you are mechanically minded along with a strong work ethic and your experience doesn’t match every single requirement, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From €16.00 per hour

Benefits:

On-site parking

Work Location: In person

CJ Sheeran Ltd.

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