CNC Woodworking Programmer/Operator

Ad Talent; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay plus overtime

Early finish Fridays

Workwear provided

Access to cycle-to-work and techSchems

A clean, well-maintained workshop

Excellent transport links

Job summary

Eximious Furniture in Hinckley, Leicestershire is seeking an experienced CNC Joiner / Woodworking Programmer & Operator to join our skilled team. This woodworking role focuses on joinery, not metal machining, and involves programming Biesse CNC machinery to produce components to exact specifications.

The successful candidate will have proven CNC woodworking experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, and the ability to read technical drawings.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CNC woodworking/joinery or furniture making.
• Experience with CNC machinery in the woodworking/joinery industry.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Strong knowledge of timber, solid surface materials, joinery techniques, and finishing processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to read and interpret technical and architectural drawings.
• NVQ / City & Guilds in Joinery, Furniture Making, CNC Machining (woodworking), or equivalent experience.
• Additional CAD programming training (advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Operate and program Biesse CNC machinery for bespoke timber and solid surface furniture components
• Produce components to exact specifications using AutoCAD
• Interpret architectural drawings and client specifications
• Ensure consistently high standards of quality, finish, and attention to detail
• Collaborate with the team to deliver bespoke joinery solutions

Skills

CNC woodworking

AutoCAD

Reading drawings

Joinery techniques

Education

NVQ / City & Guilds in Joinery

CNC Machining (woodworking)

Tools

Biesse CNC machinery

Job description

CNC Joiner / Woodworking Programmer & Operator

Location: Hinckley, Leicestershire (LE10)
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: From £16.00 per hour (negotiable depending on skill and experience)

About the Role

At Eximious Furniture, we specialise in the design and manufacture of high-quality bespoke corporate furniture, tailored to each client's requirements. Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced CNC Joiner / Woodworking Programmer & Operator to join our small, skilled, and friendly team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a background in bespoke joinery or furniture making, who takes pride in precision, craftsmanship, and high-quality finishes.

Please note: This role is strictly woodworking/joinery. Candidates with experience in metal CNC machining, turning, or milling are not suitable.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and program Biesse CNC machinery for bespoke timber and solid surface furniture components
• Produce components to exact specifications using AutoCAD
• Interpret architectural drawings and client specifications
• Ensure consistently high standards of quality, finish, and attention to detail
• Collaborate with the team to deliver bespoke joinery solutions

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience in CNC woodworking/joinery or furniture making
• Experience working with CNC machinery in the woodworking/joinery industry
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Strong knowledge of timber, solid surface materials, joinery techniques, and finishing processes
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to read and interpret technical and architectural drawings
• NVQ / City & Guilds in Joinery, Furniture Making, CNC Machining (woodworking), or equivalent experience
• Additional CAD programming training (advantageous, but not essential)

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay plus overtime
• Early finish Fridays
• Workwear provided
• Access to cycle-to-work and tech schemes
• A clean, well-maintained workshop
• Convenient location close to the A5, M69, and M6, with excellent transport links