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Wood Machinist
Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Salary: £32,448 per annum (£16.00 per hour)
Hours: 39 hours per week
UK Right to Work Required - No Visa Sponsorship
Are you an experienced Wood Machinist looking for a long-term career opportunity?
We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established British furniture manufacturer renowned for producing high-quality show-wood furniture. This is an excellent opportunity to join a skilled team, working with premium materials in a modern manufacturing environment.
What We Offer
£16.00 per hour (£32,448 per annum)
Permanent, full-time position
Regular overtime available
Overtime paid at:
1.333x Monday to Friday
1.5x Saturday
2x Sunday
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Company pension scheme
On-site parking
Stable, long-term employment
Opportunity to join a respected UK furniture manufacturer
Relocation support available. If you don't currently live near our client's location, our dedicated Relocation Team will support you throughout the process, helping you relocate, find suitable accommodation and settle into your new home and role. Working Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm (Summer hours: 7:00am - 4:00pm)
Friday: 8:00am - 1:00pm
39 hours per week About the Role
As a Wood Machinist, you'll be responsible for producing high-quality wooden furniture components while maintaining exceptional workmanship and attention to detail.
Your responsibilities will include:
Preparing timber ready for machining.
Machining wood to company standards and specifications.
Operating woodworking machinery including:
Panel saw
Band saw
Cross-cut saw
Spindle moulder
Mortice machine
Adjusting, trimming and inspecting timber.
Reading and interpreting technical drawings, instructions and job cards.
Using hand tools and measuring equipment.
Handling raw timber and carrying out manual handling duties.
Cleaning and maintaining workshop tools and machinery.
Supporting housekeeping within the workshop.
Assisting other departments when required.
Following all health & safety procedures and wearing PPE. About You
We're looking for candidates who:
Have at least 3 years' experience as a Wood Machinist or within furniture manufacturing.
Have experience operating woodworking machinery, including panel saws, band saws, cross-cut saws, spindle moulders and mortice machines.
Can read and interpret technical drawings and instructions.
Have excellent attention to detail and good practical skills.
Have good numeracy skills and experience using measuring tools.
Can work safely and efficiently in a busy workshop environment.
Have a good level of English (minimum 6-7/10). If you're looking to join a respected furniture manufacturer with excellent long-term career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
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