Bench Hand Joiner

GPW Design Services Limited; Newton le Willows; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business in Newton-Le-Willows is seeking an experienced Bench Hand Joiner. The role involves a variety of specialist joinery tasks within a modern facility. Candidates should have joinery experience and be familiar with key tools. The position offers an hourly rate of £17.04, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Enhanced pension contributions

Health cash plan

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in joinery, bench joinery, or woodworking.
• Familiarity with tools such as routers, trimmers, moulders.
• Detail-oriented with good H&S awareness (COSHH knowledge ideal).

Responsibilities

• Operate hand and power tools with precision.
• Use dimension saws, spindle moulders, and routers.
• Follow health and safety procedures and maintain a clean working area.

Skills

Experience in joinery or woodworking

Familiarity with hand and power tools

Detail-oriented with good health & safety awareness

Tools

Dimension saws

Spindle moulders

Routers

Job description

Bench Hand Joiner
Location: Newton-Le-Willows
Salary: £17.04 per hour / £38,987.52 per annum
Hours: Monday – Friday, 6:00am start (38–44 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent

The Opportunity
We’re currently recruiting for an experienced or time-served Bench Hand Joiner to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Newton-Le-Willows. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company known for its high standards, craftsmanship, and supportive working environment.

This role offers the chance to work on a variety of specialist joinery tasks, including high-pressure laminate work, door assembly, and bespoke products – all within a modern manufacturing facility.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate hand and power tools with precision

Use dimension saws, spindle moulders, and routers

Operate sanding and postforming machinery

Work with spray adhesives and laminates

Install vision panels and ironmongery on fire doors

Follow health and safety procedures and maintain a clean working area

Keep accurate stock and material usage records

What We’re Looking For:

Experience in joinery, bench joinery, or woodworking

Familiarity with tools such as routers, trimmers, moulders, etc.

Detail-oriented with good H&S awareness (COSHH knowledge ideal)

Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

On Offer:

Hourly rate of £17.04/hr

33 days holiday including bank holidays and Christmas shutdown

Enhanced pension contributions

Health cash plan and death in service benefit

Free on-site parking and EV charging