Junior Plastics Fabricator

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. 

Job Title 

Junior Plastics Fabricator

Location 

Ireland, Co. Waterford, Dungarvan, fully site base

About Us

We are a leading manufacturing business specialising in high-quality plastic fabrication and machining solutions for a diverse range of industries. Our focus is on delivering exceptional quality, operational excellence, and customer service while continuously improving our processes to support growth and sustainability.

Job Summary

The Junior Plastic Fabricator is responsible for assisting in the manufacture, assembly, and finishing of high-quality plastic products. Working as part of the fabrication team, the successful candidate will learn and apply a range of plastic fabrication techniques, operate workshop machinery and hand tools, and contribute to the production of custom plastic components and assemblies. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to develop a career in plastic fabrication within a specialist manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the fabrication, assembly, and finishing of plastic products in line with drawings and specifications.


• Operate a range of workshop machinery and hand tools safely, including saws, routers, drills, and sanders.


• Measure, cut, shape, drill, route, and deburr plastic materials to required dimensions.


• Read and interpret basic technical drawings, work instructions, and production specifications.


• Perform quality checks on components and finished products to ensure compliance with company standards.


• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area while adhering to all health and safety procedures.


• Support senior fabricators with fabrication projects while developing skills across a range of plastic fabrication and manufacturing processes.


• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and actively participate in training and development opportunities.

Basic Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing, fabrication, engineering, construction, or a similar hands-on environment is desirable but not essential.


•  An interest in learning plastic fabrication and manufacturing processes.


• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.


• Good numerical skills and ability to read measurements accurately.


• Ability to follow instructions and interpret basic drawings.

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

Fully site based

Key Competencies

• Team-oriented, dependable, and proactive.

• Willingness to learn fabrication techniques and grow into more advanced fabricator responsibilities.

• Strong communication and time-management skills.

• Commitment to quality and safety

What we Offer

• 25 Days Holiday + Statutory Holidays (Option to purchase 5 days after probation period)

• Employer Pension Contribution scheme


• Death in Service Benefit of 4 x Annual Salary


• Cycle scheme (After probation period)


•  VHI Health Cover


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Company Sick pay (After probation period)


• LinkedIn Learning (Full Free Access)


• Ownership Works equity program: we believe in the power of employee ownership. All full-time permanent employees are eligible for a one-time stock award after successfully completing one year of employment.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.