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DC Personnel Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

DC Personnel are recruiting a Trainee Sander for the LE16 area of Leicestershire, based in Market Harborough. This is a full-time, ongoing role with full training provided.

You will prepare and sand timber components, use hand sanding tools and sanding machinery, and ensure a smooth finish to a high standard.

A reliable, detail‑minded candidate who works well both independently and in a team will fit in, with good timekeeping and a proactive approach.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with good eye for defects.
• Experience using hand tools and sanding equipment.
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work independently.
• Keeps good timekeeping and attendance.
• Team player who follows instructions.

Responsibilities

• Sanding wooden components and timber products.
• Preparing surfaces ready for finishing.
• Using hand sanding equipment and sanding machinery.
• Ensuring surfaces are smooth and free from defects.
• Inspecting work for quality and consistency.
• Carrying out basic finishing and preparation work.
• Working from instructions and production requirements.
• Maintaining a clean and organised work area.
• Following all health and safety procedures.
• Assisting with general workshop duties when required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Eye for imperfections

Hand tools

Sanding equipment

Teamwork

Timekeeping

Tools

Sanding machinery

Hand tools

Job description

DC Personnel are looking for a Trainee Sander for the LE16 area of Leicestershire

Location: Market Harborough, LE16

Salary: £13.00 - £14.00 per hour, depending on experience

Hours: Monday – Friday 7:00-4:00pm, Friday 7:00 - 1:00pm Full-time / Ongoing

About the Role:

We are currently recruiting for a Trainee Sander to join our client, a busy joinery and woodworking firm based in Market Harborough. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and sanding timber and wooden components to a high standard, ready for finishing and further production. Full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sanding wooden components and timber products
• Preparing surfaces ready for finishing
• Using hand sanding equipment and sanding machinery
• Ensuring surfaces are smooth and free from defects
• Inspecting work for quality and consistency
• Carrying out basic finishing and preparation work
• Working from instructions and production requirements
• Maintaining a clean and organised work area
• Following all health and safety procedures
• Assisting with general workshop duties when required

About You:

• Good attention to detail
• A good eye for identifying imperfections and defects
• Experience using hand tools and sanding equipment
• A reliable and hardworking attitude
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good timekeeping and attendance
• A commitment to producing a high standard of work