Joiner

ACS Staffing Solutions; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bespoke projects

Training & development

Skill development

Collaborative environment

Mentoring

Job summary

ACS Staffing Solutions is seeking a skilled Bench Joiner to produce, assemble and finish bespoke furniture in a workshop setting. The role involves reading technical drawings, accurate measuring, and using a range of hand tools and machinery to create components to exact specifications.

You will work with traditional and modern joinery techniques, apply laminates and finishes, and ensure high-quality outputs while adhering to safety protocols and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Ability to read measurements accurately and mark/cut components to specification.
• Experience with a range of woodworking hand tools, machinery and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce, assemble and finish high-quality bespoke furniture in a workshop environment.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Measure, mark, cut and shape materials to specification with minimal waste.
• Use hand tools and machinery to produce components.
• Apply finishes to protect materials and achieve a high-quality appearance.
• Inspect finished work against project specs; perform adjustments as needed.
• Maintain tools and machinery in safe, clean working condition.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet project deadlines and production targets.
• Support training of apprentices where required.
• Record materials used, time spent and tasks completed.

Skills

Reading drawings

Measuring & marking

Cutting & shaping

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Woodworking hand tools

Woodworking machinery

Forklift operation

Job description

Role:

Bench Joiner

Location:

Workshop-based

Hours:

As per contract

Salary:

£16.00 - £17.00 per hr

What will you be doing?

• Producing, assembling and finishing high-quality bespoke furniture in a workshop environment.
• Reading and accurately interpreting technical drawings, specifications and measurements.
• Selecting, measuring, marking, cutting and shaping a range of materials while minimising waste.
• Producing components to exact specifications using a variety of hand tools, machinery and equipment.
• Using both traditional and modern joinery techniques to assemble furniture and components.
• Applying required finishes, including laminates, to protect materials and achieve a high-quality appearance.
• Inspecting completed work to ensure it meets required quality standards and project specifications.
• Carrying out adjustments, repairs and remedial work where necessary.
• Maintaining tools, machinery and equipment in a clean and safe working condition and reporting faults promptly.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and supervisors to meet project deadlines and production requirements.
• Communicating clearly about project progress, material requirements, machinery issues and any potential delays.
• Supporting the training and development of junior staff or apprentices where required.
• Identifying and resolving production issues where possible and adapting to changes in project requirements.
• Maintaining accurate records of materials used, time spent and tasks completed.
• Keeping up to date with woodworking techniques, tools and industry developments and participating in relevant training.
• Loading vans safely when required, ensuring finished products are adequately protected during transportation.
• Driving may be required as part of the role, with responsibility for notifying the company of any changes to driving capability or licensing.

Experience/qualifications required:

• Previous experience working as a Bench Joiner or in a similar skilled woodworking role.
• Strong understanding of woodworking and joinery techniques.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience using a range of woodworking hand tools, machinery and equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to accurately measure, cut, shape and assemble components to specification.
• Good understanding of materials and their appropriate use.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems during the production process.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently to deadlines while maintaining quality.
• Strong understanding of workshop health and safety requirements.
• Willingness to ask for guidance when unfamiliar or not confident with the safe operation of machinery.
• Safety footwear must be worn at all times, with appropriate PPE used as required.
• Forklift operation requires current training and certification.
• Full/current driving licence may be required depending on the requirements of the role.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on bespoke furniture and high-quality woodworking projects.
• Support for ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunity to develop and broaden woodworking and joinery skills.
• Collaborative workshop environment.
• Opportunity to support and mentor junior team members and apprentices