Furniture Maker

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Bedford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Furniture Maker with a passion for cabinet making and woodwork manufacturing. This role involves applying joinery techniques, using traditional woodworking machinery, and producing high-quality furniture products. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years' experience and a strong understanding of workshop practices. Join a dynamic team that values craftsmanship and quality, offering a supportive environment with opportunities for growth. If you have a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

8% Employer Pension

22 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Regular Paid Company Events

Food and Drink at Socials

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a furniture maker with a strong background in cabinet making.
• Good knowledge of workshop machinery and safe practices.

Responsibilities

• Apply joinery techniques to assemble furniture from technical drawings.
• Produce high quality furniture products in line with company standards.

Skills

Furniture Making

Joinery Techniques

Woodworking Machinery

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Material Knowledge (MDF, Veneers, Solid Wood)

Tools

Planer Thicknesser

Spindle Moulder

Wide Belt Sander

Veneer Press

Job description

Bennett and Game are currently on the lookout for a skilled Furniture Maker for one of our longest standing clients based in Bedford.

Our client is looking for an experienced furniture maker with a genuine interest in cabinet making and woodwork manufacturing. The ideal individual should have a strong background within the making of furniture, not just fitting.

Furniture Maker Job Overview

• Apply appropriate joinery techniques to assemble furniture from technical drawings.
• Effectively and efficiently use traditional woodworking machinery including but not limited: planer thicknesser, spindle moulder, wide belt sander, veneer press.
• Produce high quality furniture products in line with exceptional company standards.
• Set out and accurately size sheet materials and solid timber from cutting lists.
• Perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures.

Furniture Maker Job Requirements

• 2 or more years' experience as a furniture maker.
• Experience as a furniture maker or in a workshop environment.
• Experience with laminating, veneering and edge banding preferable but not required.
• Good knowledge of workshop machinery and safe practices.
• Read and understand technical drawings.
• Experience working with a wide range of materials such as MDF, real wood veneers, solid wood & MFC.
• Based within a commutable distance of Bedford.

Furniture Maker Salary & Benefits

• Salary - 32,500 to 37,500 - flexible depending upon experience.
• Working hours - 7am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.
• 8% employer pension.
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Regular paid company events, food, drink and socials.

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.