Bench Joiner

April Recruitment; Swarkestone CP; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Derbyshire Client in Derbyshire is seeking a professional Bench Joiner to join their team on a permanent basis. You will interpret technical drawings and manufacture bespoke joinery items from sheet materials and timber.

The role involves accurate cutting, assembling and finishing of components, laminating, edging and preparing surfaces for finishing, while ensuring high quality work and meeting project deadlines in a tidy, safe workshop.

Qualifications

• Interpret technical drawings to guide production.
• Manufacture bespoke joinery from sheet materials and timber.
• Cut, assemble and finish components with precision using workshop tools.
• Laminating, edging and veneering prep for finishing.
• Deliver high-quality work within project deadlines and maintain a tidy workspace.

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical drawings
• Manufacture joinery from MDF, plywood, laminates and veneers
• Accurate cutting, assembling and finishing
• Laminating, edging and veneering
• Meet deadlines and maintain a clean, safe workspace

Skills

Bench Joiner

Read technical drawings

MDF

Plywood

Laminates

Veneers

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Job description

We are working with a reputable client based in Derbyshire who require a professional Bench Joiner to join their team.

The position is a permanent role paying up to £18.00 per hour (DOE). Working Hours: Monday - Friday - Day Shift (overtime also available)

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpreting technical drawings
• Manufacturing bespoke joinery items from a variety of sheet materials and timber
• Accurate cutting, assembling, and finishing of components using workshop machinery and hand tools
• Laminating, edging, veneering, and preparing surfaces for finishing
• Ensuring all work is produced to a high standard of quality and within project deadlines
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised workspace

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience as a bench joiner or cabinet maker
• Strong ability to read and work from technical drawings
• Experience working with MDF, plywood, laminates and veneers
• High attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good time management and ability to meet deadlines

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience working on bespoke, one-off projects
• Basic understanding of finishing processes and materials