Bench Joiner (No Agency Calls)

Bridgewater Laminate Products; Ainsworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing joinery manufacturer in Ainsworth is seeking an experienced Bench Joiner / Cabinet Maker to join their workshop team. The role involves manufacturing laminate and timber-based joinery items, reading technical drawings, and using workshop machinery. Ideal candidates will have prior joinery experience and strong hand-skills. The company offers competitive pay, on-the-job training, and a supportive work environment focused on safety and teamwork. Overtime is available as required.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience

Overtime available

On-the-job training

Secure, long-term work

Friendly workshop team

PPE provided

Qualifications

• Prior joinery experience in bench joinery, cabinet making, or similar roles.
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong hand-skills and pride in producing accurate work.
• Good attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn.
• Team-focused with the ability to work quickly when needed.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture laminate and timber-based joinery items on the bench.
• Interpret and work from drawings, cutting lists, and specifications.
• Assemble, finish, and prepare products to a high standard.
• Learn to safely use workshop machinery with provided training.
• Maintain a tidy workstation and follow health & safety procedures.

Skills

Joinery experience

Ability to interpret technical drawings

Strong hand-skills

Good attitude and reliability

Team-focused

Education

NVQ / City & Guilds in Joinery or Wood Machining

Tools

Panel saw

Edge bander

CNC machine

Pillar drill

Sanding equipment

Job description

Bridgewater Laminate Products Ltd

[Bolton]

Full-time | Permanent | Immediate start available

Bridgewater Laminate Products Ltd is a busy, growing joinery manufacturer specialising in high-quality laminate products for commercial interiors. We produce items such as IPS duct panels, vanity units, lockers, benching and bespoke joinery for projects across the UK.

We’re looking for an experienced

Bench Joiner / Cabinet Maker

to join our workshop team. This role is ideal for someone confident on the bench who wants to develop further by learning and operating machinery as part of their day‑to‑day work.

What you’ll be doing

• Bench manufacturing of laminate and timber-based joinery items
• Reading and working from drawings, cutting lists, and job specs
• Assembling, finishing, and preparing products to a high standard
• Learning to safely use workshop machinery (training provided), such as:
• Panel saw / beam saw
• Edge bander
• CNC (where suitable)
• Pillar drill / spindle moulder / sanding equipment
• Working to production schedules while maintaining quality and attention to detail
• Keeping a tidy, safe workstation and following H&S procedures

What we need from you

Essential

• Prior joinery experience (bench joinery / cabinet making / similar)
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong hand-skills and pride in producing clean, accurate work
• Good attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn
• Team-focused and able to work at pace when needed

Desirable (but not required)

• Experience with laminate products or commercial washroom joinery
• Previous machinery use in a joinery shop
• NVQ / City & Guilds in Joinery or Wood Machining

What you’ll get

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Overtime available when production requires
• On-the-job training on machinery and processes
• Secure, long‑term work with a growing manufacturer
• Friendly, skilled workshop team and supportive management
• PPE provided and a safety‑first environment

Hours

Monday-Friday

Standard workshop hours :

• 7 : 45-4 : 30pm Mon - Thurs - 7 : 00-3 : 30pm Friday

Overtime : as required