CNC Wood Machinist

Elate Staffing Solutions Ltd; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established business in the UK is seeking a CNC Wood Machinist to operate CNC routers and produce precision wood components. The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of experience in wood-based manufacturing and is proficient in interpreting technical drawings. This full-time and permanent position offers a salary of £16.00 per hour plus overtime.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience operating CNC machines in a wood-based manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of woodworking tools, materials, and manufacturing techniques.
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings and using measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC routers.
• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and CAD files.
• Monitor machine operations to ensure quality and accuracy of cuts.

Skills

CNC machining

Reading technical drawings

Attention to detail

Tools

Calipers

CAD software

Job description

CNC Wood Machinist

Are you an experienced CNC Wood Machinist? Do you want to work for a well-established business? Do you want career progression? If so, APPLY NOW!

Due to continued expansion, we are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented CNC Operator with experience in wood-based manufacturing to operate and maintain CNC machinery. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up, programming, and running CNC machines to produce precision wood components for furniture, cabinetry, reception desks, IPS units, or other wood products.

Job Duties

• Set up and operate CNC routers.
• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and CAD files to determine machine settings.
• Load raw wood materials onto CNC machines.
• Monitor machine operations to ensure quality and accuracy of cuts.
• Perform quality control checks on finished products and make necessary adjustments.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment in accordance with health and safety regulations.
• Perform routine maintenance on CNC machines (e.g., tool changes, cleaning, lubrication).
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and production teams to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot and correct machine or program errors during operation.
• Record production data and maintain logs of work completed via touch screens.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience operating CNC machines in a wood-based manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of woodworking tools, materials, and manufacturing techniques.
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings and using measuring tools (calipers, tape measures, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of CNC programming familiarity with CAD/ALPHACAM software is a plus.
• Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

Preferred Skills (Optional)

• Experience with software such as AlphaCAM.
• Knowledge of different wood species and their machining characteristics.
• Forklift certification or material handling experience.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required.
• Experience with Anderson CNC machines.
• Experience operating Edgebanders or Beamsaws.

Regular Days.

Salary: £16.00 per hour + regular overtime.

This is a Full time, Permanent position.