Joinery Production Planner

Recruitment Helpline; Wickford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established joinery company in Wickford is seeking a Joinery Production Planner, offering training for both trainees and experienced candidates. With salaries ranging from £12 to £17 per hour, dependent on experience, this role involves interpreting technical drawings, producing cutting sheets, and ensuring efficient material use. Candidates must have NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry & Joinery, along with good numeracy and attention to detail. The position offers regular working hours, holiday, and a modern office environment.

Benefits

Earn while you learn

Full training provided

Career path into joinery production planning

Modern office environment

25 days holiday + Christmas shutdown

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Essential NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry & Joinery.
• Good numeracy skills and attention to detail required.
• Ability to read technical drawings is important.

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Produce accurate cutting sheets for production.
• Liaise with the workshop team to ensure smooth workflow.

Skills

Good numeracy skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 (or higher) in Carpentry & Joinery

Job description

Overview

An excellent opportunity for a Joinery Production Planner Trainee or Experienced to join a well-established company.

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Training Provided where required.

Trainee Salary: £12.00 - £14.00 Per Hour, Depending on Experience (with progression opportunities).

Experienced Salary: £14.00 - £17.00 Per Hour, Depending on Experience (with progression opportunities).

Location: Wickford, Essex, SS11. Schedule: Monday - Friday (Office Based 45 Hours Per Week).

About The Company

They have been successfully trading for over 25 years, bringing high quality joinery to the trade. They pride themselves on crafting premium, high-end furniture—from wardrobes and doors to reception desks and cabinetry—using MDF, solid timber, and veneer products. Their reputation speaks for itself, having worked on some of London's most iconic buildings including:

• No1 Blackfriars
• The Ivy London
• One Nine Elms

The company are looking for an organised, detail-oriented Joinery Production Planner with an NVQ Level 2 (or higher) in Carpentry & Joinery to join their office-based production team. The ideal candidate will be experienced within Bench Joinery looking to progress their career although no prior office experience needed as the company will provide full training in technical drawing interpretation and cutting list production.

About The Role

• Interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Produce accurate cutting sheets for production
• Ensure materials are optimised for minimal waste
• Liaise with the workshop team to ensure smooth workflow

As a Trainee Production Planner, you'll learn:

• How to read and interpret technical joinery drawings
• Creating accurate cutting lists and material schedules
• Optimising material usage to minimise waste
• Using industry software (training provided)
• Liaising between designers and the workshop team

Candidate Requirements

• NVQ Level 2 (or higher) in Carpentry & Joinery (essential)
• Good numeracy skills and attention to detail
• Basic computer skills (full software training provided)
• Ability to read technical drawings (training given)
• Organised and methodical approach to work

Benefits

• Earn while you learn (£12-£14/hour)
• Full training in technical drawing interpretation
• Career path into joinery production planning
• Regular working hours: Mon-Fri, 7am-4:30pm
• Modern office environment
• 25 days holiday + Christmas shutdown
• On-site parking & pension scheme

If you feel that you have the relevant skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.