Job Vacancies at R.A Trading and Investment Limited

R.A.THINK DESIGN is an Israeli-Nigerian company. The company is managed by vastly experienced team of expatriate management executives and Nigerian staff. We have strategic partnerships and alliances with organizations and groups based in Nigeria, Europe and the Middle East. Our Office and Showroom is at 2/4 Samuel Anibaba Street, Ikosi, Ketu, Lagos. We are committed to clients’ needs and to provide excellent work as well as providing competitive prices.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Machinist
Location: Lagos

Job Description

• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipers.
• Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.
• Measure, examine, and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers.
• Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools in order to perform precision machining operations.
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information in order to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products, and determine product dimensions and tolerances.
• Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.
• Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock in order to display placement of cuts.
• Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs.
• Check workpieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated and cooled.
• Maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
• Position and fasten workpieces.
• Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency.

Job Title: Upholsterer
Location: Lagos

Job Descriptions

• Fit, install, and secure material on frames, using hand tools, power tools, glue, cement, or staples.
• Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.
• Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.
• Read work orders, and apply knowledge and experience with materials to determine types and amounts of materials required to cover workpieces.
• Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
• Build furniture up with loose fiber stuffing, cotton, felt, or foam padding to form smooth, rounded surfaces.
• Assemble garments or textile products.
• Examine furniture frames, upholstery, springs, and webbing to locate defects.
• Draw cutting lines on material following patterns, templates, sketches, or blueprints, using chalk, pencils, paint, or other methods.
• Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.
• Make, restore, or create custom upholstered furniture, using hand tools and knowledge of fabrics and upholstery methods.
• Repair furniture or upholstery.
• Measure and cut new covering materials, using patterns and measuring and cutting instruments, following sketches and design specifications.
• Measure materials to mark reference points, cutting lines, or other indicators.
• Cut fabrics.
• Maintain records of time required to perform each job.
• Record operational or production data.
• Discuss upholstery fabrics, colors, and styles with customers, and provide cost estimates.
• Estimate costs of products, services, or materials.
• Confer with customers or designers to determine order specifications.
• Repair furniture frames and refinish exposed wood.
• Shape surfaces or edges of wood workpieces.
• Repair furniture or upholstery.
• Operate sewing machines or sew upholstery by hand to seam cushions and join various sections of covering material.
• Sew clothing or other articles.
• Operate sewing equipment.
• Pick up and deliver furniture.
• Interweave and fasten strips of webbing to the backs and undersides of furniture, using small hand tools and fasteners.
• Repair furniture or upholstery.
• Sew rips or tears in material, or create tufting, using needles and thread.
• Sew clothing or other articles.
• Repair textiles or apparel.
• Attach bindings or apply solutions to edges of cut material to prevent raveling.
• Prepare fabrics or materials for processing or production.
• Attach fasteners, grommets, buttons, buckles, ornamental trim, and other accessories to covers or frames, using hand tools.
• Attach decorative or functional accessories to products.
• Adjust or replace webbing, padding, or springs, and secure them in place.
• Repair furniture or upholstery.
• Remove covering, webbing, padding, or defective springs from workpieces, using hand tools such as hammers and tack pullers.
• Repair furniture or upholstery.
• Stretch webbing and fabric, using webbing stretchers.
• Adjust fabrics or other materials during garment production.
• Design upholstery cover patterns and cutting plans, based on sketches, customer descriptions, or blueprints.
• Design templates or patterns.
• Relevant experience required.

Job Title: Sales Representative/Showroom Manager
Location: Lagos

Job Description

• Work with customers or their representatives (designers, contractors etc.) in planning and product selection
• Possess a professional, knowledgable, positive and energetic attitude
• Uses strong consultative sales skills and interpersonal skills (both oral and written), attention to detail, strong follow-up skills and motivation to hook the customer into using PBM for their job
• Assist manager in marketing campaigns
• Maintain accurate and organized files
• Work with Outside Sales Staff and Counter Sales Staff to assist in following up with customers
• Develop long-term relationships with industry customers (i.e. designers)
• Read blueprints to ensure compatibility between product ordered and customer desire and needs
• Use appropriate office technologies and computers to process and track orders and maintain excellent communication with all contacts
• Assist with special projects such as special events and display changes
• Maintain the Showroom as a professional place of business
• Follow company policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Title: Sprayer
Location: Lagos

Job Description

• Brush, spray, or hand-rub finishing ingredients, such as paint, oil, stain, or wax, onto and into wood grain; then apply lacquer or other sealers.
• Disassemble items to prepare them for finishing, using hand tools.
• Fill and smooth cracks or depressions, remove marks and imperfections, and repair broken parts, using plastic or wood putty, glue, nails, and/or screws.
• Follow blueprints to produce specific designs.
• Distress surfaces with woodworking tools or abrasives before staining to create an antique appearance, or rub surfaces to bring out highlights and shadings.
• Paint metal surfaces electrostatically, or by using a spray gun or other painting equipment.
• Recommend woods, colors, finishes, and furniture styles, using knowledge of wood products, fashions, and styles.

Job Title: Carpenter
Location: Lagos

Job Description

• Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Verify trueness of structure, using plumb bob and level.
• Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saw.
• Study specifications in blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
• Assemble and fasten materials to make framework or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.
• Build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, and other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, carpenter’s hand tools, and power tools.
• Erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level.
• Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools.
• Install structures and fixtures, such as windows, frames, floorings, and trim, or hardware, using carpenter’s hand and power tools.
• Select and order lumber and other required materials.
• Maintain records, document actions and present written progress reports.
• Finish surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings, using paint, hand tools, and paneling.
• Inspect ceiling or floor tile, wall coverings, siding, glass, or woodwork to detect broken or damaged structures.
• Work with and/or remove hazardous material.
• Construct forms and chutes for pouring concrete.
• Cover subfloors with building paper to keep out moisture and lay hardwood, parquet, and wood-strip-block floors by nailing floors to subfloor or cementing them to mastic or asphalt base.
• Fill cracks and other defects in plaster or plasterboard and sand patch, using patching plaster, trowel, and sanding tool.
• Apply shock-absorbing, sound-deadening, and decorative paneling to ceilings and walls.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: ratilcareers@gmail.com

Application Deadline 21st January, 2019.