FURNITURE MAKER
Two Positions Available
Bedford
Salary around Negotiable £45k Depending on Experience
7am - 4pm Monday to Friday
Permanent Role
Our Client is recruiting for Skilled Furniture Makers / Bench Joiners / Wood CNC Machinist
Due to further expansion within the business they are looking for an experienced furniture maker x 2 to join their team. It is an exciting time in the business – Our Client have invested in their buildings to continue to grow the woodwork team who can deliver the design-lead projects they are known for.
REPORTING TO
Department team lead
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Work accurately from designs and drawings
* Set out and accurately size sheet materials and solid timber from cutting lists
* Effectively and efficiently use traditional woodworking machinery including but not limited: planer thickness, spindle moulder, wide belt sander, veneer press
* Apply appropriate joinery techniques to assemble furniture from technical drawings
* Produce high quality furniture products in line with exceptional company standards
* Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures
* Maintain a clean and safe work area, considerate of waste materials
* Opportunities for Biesse 5 axis Router machine programming and operating training would be available to a suitable candidate
REQUIREMENTS
* Experience as a quality cabinet or furniture maker or in a workshop environment
* Experience with laminating, veneering and edge banding preferable but not required
* Good knowledge of hand tools, workshop machinery and safe practices
* Must be able to read and understand technical drawings and an understanding of AutoCAD would be advantageous but not essential
* Experience working with a wide range of materials such as MDF, real wood veneers, solid wood & MFC
* Ability and experience of working to deadlines
PERSON SPECIFICATION
* A positive, welcoming attitude and good communication skills
* Motivation and passion for producing high quality work.
* Flexible approach to working within deadlines.
* Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot.
* Responsible and trustworthy to manage workflow.
* Good personality as this role is part of a small team
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