Job Title: Bench Joiner Supervisor
Location: Ashby-de-la-Zouch | Employment Type: Permanent | Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm | Salary: £40,000 per annum (negotiable based on experience)
About the Company
Our Client is a fantastic company known for manufacturing high‑end luxury products. They are looking for a skilled Bench Joiner Supervisor to lead a talented team in Ashby-de-la-Zouch.
Role Overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised Bench Joiner Supervisor with a proven background in making kitchens and other furniture for the home. In this hands‑on role, you will oversee the manufacturing process while ensuring high‑quality workmanship and adherence to safety standards. If you are passionate about craftsmanship and have leadership aspirations, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
* Read and interpret plans, technical drawings, and spreadsheets to create cutting lists and cut components accurately.
* Safely operate a range of woodworking machinery to manufacture component parts for furniture.
* Perform joinery tasks with precision, ensuring components are assembled correctly and fit together seamlessly.
* Program and operate CNC machines (advantageous).
* Set up cabinets for installation by our fitters in clients' homes.
* Proactively manage Health & Safety practices within the workshop.
* Allocate and support team tasks to ensure timely completion of jobs.
* Liaise with the wider team to ensure smooth transitions between design, manufacturing, and installation processes.
* Conduct heavy lifting and ensure a clean, organised work environment adhering to health and safety regulations.
Ideal Candidate
* Proven experience in making kitchens and furniture is essential.
* Proficient in using hand tools, power tools, and woodworking machinery.
* Strong organisational and time management skills, with a focus on meeting deadlines.
* High attention to detail and a positive, can‑do attitude.
* Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team player.
* Strong problem‑solving abilities with a passion for delivering outstanding service.
* Must live within commuting distance of Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire.
* Capable of safely performing lifting and handling tasks.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary commensurate with experience (£40,000 per annum, negotiable).
* The chance to work in a well‑respected company in the bespoke furniture industry.
* Full‑time permanent position with consistent hours.
* Private health insurance (including optical and dental cover) after successful probation.
* Contributory pension.
* Free parking.
If this sounds like the right fit for you, please apply online or call us on 0116 497 6064.
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