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Job Posted: 19 days ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Witham, Essex
Expire in: 9 days
Job Description
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.
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