Timber Crate & Case Maker — Production Operative

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Grantham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Overtime opportunities

Free on-site parking

Employee assistance programme and well

Training, upskilling and development

Employee discount

Long service awards and recognition

Job summary

Macfarlane Packaging in Grantham is seeking a Production Operative (Crate/Case Maker) to join the Timber Department. This hands-on role focuses on the accurate and safe production of bespoke timber crates and cases in line with customer specifications and production targets.

You will work with colleagues across production, following job instructions precisely, operating wood-working machinery and supporting output across the wider manufacturing operation when required.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months experience in production/manufacturing.
• Experience in woodworking/timber manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read technical drawings with attention to detail.
• Experience operating woodworking machinery such as CNC routers or saws.
• Safe use of hand tools and measuring equipment.
• Strong understanding of health and safety and safe systems of work.
• Used to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable team player with flexible approach and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture bespoke timber crates and cases using machinery and hand tools.
• Interpret technical drawings to determine the best method of manufacture and assembly.
• Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy and workmanship to meet customer requirements.
• Support production output, documentation and KPI reporting.
• Work flexibly across the manufacturing operation to support business needs.

Skills

Technical drawings

Woodworking

Quality control

Health & safety

Team player

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

CNC routers

Woodworking machinery

Job description

Macfarlane Packaging in Grantham is seeking a Production Operative (Crate/Case Maker) to join the Timber Department. This hands-on role focuses on the accurate and safe production of bespoke timber crates and cases in line with customer specifications and production targets.

You will work with colleagues across production, following job instructions precisely, operating wood-working machinery and supporting output across the wider manufacturing operation when required.