CNC Programmer (95254) Basildon, England
Salary: GBP40000 - GBP46000 per annum + Depending on level of experience
Basildon, Essex
£46,000 per annum (£21 per hour DOE)
Monday to Friday | 8:00am – 5:00pm
Prime Appointments are working with a leading commercial fit-out and bespoke joinery manufacturer who are looking to recruit an experienced CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator to join their growing production team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC Machinist, CNC Woodworking Programmer, CNC Operator, Bench Joiner or Cabinet Maker with experience using Homag machinery and CAD/CAM software within a bespoke joinery or furniture manufacturing environment.
The Role
You will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC woodworking machinery to manufacture high-quality bespoke joinery components for commercial fit-out, furniture and specialist interior projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Programme, set and operate Homag CNC woodworking machinery
- Manufacture bespoke joinery components to precise specifications and tight tolerances
- Interpret technical drawings, cutting lists and production documentation
- Produce components for cabinets, fitted furniture, commercial interiors and bespoke joinery projects
- Work with hardwoods, softwoods, MDF, veneered boards, laminates and sheet materials
- Carry out quality inspections to ensure components meet customer and production requirements
- Prepare and collate completed parts for assembly and dispatch
- Identify and report machining, design or production issues
- Ensure materials are handled, stored and protected correctly throughout manufacture
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop
- Assist with general joinery and manufacturing duties when required
Machinery & Software
- Alphacam CAD/CAM Software
- WoodWOP CNC Programming Software
- Offline CNC Programming with transition to machine operation
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven experience programming, setting and operating CNC woodworking machinery
- Previous experience within bespoke joinery, cabinet making, furniture manufacturing or commercial fit-out sectors
- Strong understanding of woodworking machinery and CNC manufacturing processes
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, cutting lists and manufacturing instructions
- Experience working with hardwoods, softwoods, MDF, laminates and veneered panels
- Knowledge of joinery construction methods and assembly processes
- Experience operating workshop machinery including saws, planers, thicknessers and sanders
- Excellent attention to detail and quality standards
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work to production deadlinesGood communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team
Qualifications
- Bench Joinery, Cabinet Making, Furniture Manufacturing or Machine Woodworking qualification preferred
- Time-served experience will also be considered
- Death in Service benefit (4x annual salary)
- Stable and growing business with long-term career prospects
