Sawyer

VH Talent Limited; Narborough; On-site; GBP 26,500 - 29,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

25 days holiday

Profit share

Pension 6%

Training & development

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discount

Free on-site parking

Job summary

VH Talent Limited is partnering with a client to appoint a reliable Sawyer who will operate cutting machinery, prepare materials, carry out quality checks and support the efficient operation of products on the Narborough site.

You will work Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 4:00pm, 40 hours per week, with ongoing training, a competitive annual salary and a range of benefits including pension, holiday entitlement and on-site parking.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, or machine operative role.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
• A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently when required.
• A good understanding of workplace health and safety practices.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a positive work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Operate and assist with the setup of panel saws, wall saws, and CNC cutting equipment.
• Read and interpret cutting lists, job cards, and production orders.
• Load, secure, and process materials safely and accurately.
• Measure and inspect finished products using tapes, vernier callipers, micrometers, and other measuring equipment.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet customer and company standards.
• Safely handle materials and maintain an organised warehouse and production area.
• Complete production records, job documentation, and report any defects or machine faults.
• Perform routine machine checks, cleaning, and basic maintenance.
• Work closely with colleagues to meet production targets and dispatch deadlines.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Health and safety

Reliability

Communication

Proactive attitude

Job description

Title: Sawyer

Salary: From £26,500 - £29,328 per annum

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm (40 hours per week)

Location: Narborough, Leicestershire

VH Talent is delighted to be working in partnership with our client, to appoint a reliable and motivated Sawyer to join their team. The Sawyer will be responsible for operating cutting machinery, preparing materials, carrying out quality checks and supporting the efficient operation of products. Working as part of a collaborative team, the successful candidate will play an instrumental role within the warehouse operations.

Snapshot of the Sawyer role:

• Operate and assist with the setup of panel saws, wall saws, and CNC cutting equipment
• Read and interpret cutting lists, job cards, and production orders
• Load, secure, and process materials safely and accurately
• Measure and inspect finished products using tapes, vernier callipers, micrometers, and other measuring equipment
• Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet customer and company standards
• Safely handle materials and maintain an organised warehouse and production area
• Complete production records, job documentation, and report any defects or machine faults
• Perform routine machine checks, cleaning, and basic maintenance
• Work closely with colleagues to meet production targets and dispatch deadlines
• Follow all health and safety procedures and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

You’ll need:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, or machine operative role
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently when required
• A good understanding of workplace health and safety practices
• Reliability, punctuality, and a positive work ethic

Desirable, however not essential:

• Experience working with wood, plastics or sheet materials
• CNC or laser cutting experience
• Valid UK forklift truck licence, however not essential
• Knowledge of production tolerances and batch manufacturing

What's in it for you:

• Permanent role
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.
• Annual profit share scheme
• Employer pension contribution of 6%
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee discount
• Free on-site parking