Fitter

About the role

Quintessential Brands Group, known for celebrated Irish cream liqueurs including Feeney’s, O’Mara’s, and O’Casey’s, is seeking an experienced Fitter to strengthen its Maintenance Team at the Abbeyleix Irish Cream Liqueur manufacturing and bottling site.

This position is based on a two-shift schedule from Monday to Friday and focuses on the hands-on installation, upkeep, and repair of production equipment and site services. The work is central to keeping bottling and processing operations running reliably, safely, and efficiently.

The company is looking for a mechanically skilled professional with a practical approach, flexibility, and a proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled upkeep and preventative servicing on plant and production equipment.
• Identify mechanical issues and carry out repairs on machines and associated systems.
• Act promptly when urgent equipment failures or breakdowns occur.
• Manufacture and install mechanical components using tools and techniques such as turning, milling, welding, and pipework.
• Keep maintenance logs accurate and ensure all records are maintained correctly.
• Work in line with HACCP, BRC, ISO, and health and safety requirements while keeping the work area clean and orderly.
• Partner with teams across Bottling, Liquid Processing, and New Product Development to support operational output.
• Assist with audits and project activity, including travel to other locations such as Portlaoise when needed.
• Operate bottling line machinery occasionally, and help with equipment trials and related training activities.

Requirements

• Certified, time-served Mechanical, Automation & Maintenance Fitter, with at least 3 years of post-apprenticeship experience.
• Background in a high-output, highly automated manufacturing setting is preferred.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, with practical experience in repair work, fabrication, and fault finding.
• Comfortable working with a broad range of tools and maintenance methods.
• Basic electrical knowledge would be an advantage.
• Good teamworking and communication abilities, with the confidence to perform under pressure.
• Willingness to work a rotating two-shift pattern and handle emergencies on site when required.
• Strong commitment to hygiene, safety, and product quality standards.

Perks and benefits

• Opportunity to join a small, committed team at First Ireland Spirits, where craftsmanship and product quality are valued.
• Employer pension scheme.
• Life assurance cover.
• Annual bonus linked to performance.
• 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays.
• Discounts across selected high street and online retailers.

Additional information

This role is based onsite in Abbeyleix, County Laois, Ireland.

The role sits within a manufacturing and bottling environment for Irish cream liqueurs and may involve occasional support at other sites.

The job requires flexibility for a two-shift working pattern, Monday to Friday.