Job Title: Senior Joinery Machinist Location: Witham, Essex Employment Type: Full-Time Market 36 Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our client based in Witham for a Senior Joinery Machinist to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a high-end bespoke joinery environment, producing custom components for retail, commercial, and point-of-sale projects across the UK. The successful candidate will bring a passion for craftsmanship, a deep knowledge of woodworking machinery, and a proactive, hands-on approach to workshop operations. Role Overview: As a Senior Joinery Machinist, you will be responsible for operating and overseeing a range of woodworking machinery to produce bespoke joinery components to a high standard. You’ll collaborate closely with joiners, project managers, and designers to ensure project timelines and specifications are met, while promoting health and safety and workshop efficiency. Key Responsibilities: * Operate and maintain a variety of woodworking machinery including spindle moulders, edge banders, bandsaws, table saws, chop saws, planers, CNC routers, and hand tools * Read and interpret complex technical drawings and cutting lists to produce accurate components * Collaborate with project teams to ensure smooth workflow and timely delivery * Promote and follow best practices in health, safety, and workmanship * Carry out quality checks to ensure all output meets required specifications * Support workshop management in production planning and machine maintenance * Recommend and implement improvements to machining processes and workshop organisation Essential Skills & Experience: * Minimum 5 years’ experience in a bespoke joinery or manufacturing environment * Expert knowledge of woodworking machinery and tool setup * Strong understanding of solid timber and panel materials and their machining properties * Ability to interpret detailed technical joinery drawings * High standard of craftsmanship and attention to detail * Problem-solving mindset and ability to work on own initiative * Good communication and team collaboration skills Desirable: * NVQ Level 3 in Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent) * Experience with CNC machinery (e.g. Tekcel) * Supervisory experience in a workshop or production environment * Familiarity with LEAN or other efficient workshop practices What’s on Offer: * Competitive salary based on experience * Opportunity to work on prestigious and bespoke joinery projects * Skilled, supportive team environment * Access to a well-equipped workshop with modern and traditional tools If you're a skilled joinery machinist looking to advance your career in a creative, high-quality environment, we want to hear from you. Apply now through Market 36 Recruitment to be considered for this opportunity. Market 36 Recruitment Ltd cover a variety of sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Engineering, and HR & Finance. We take pride in building strong working relationships with local employers and candidates