Timber Mill Operator: Hands-On Craft & Precision Work

New Appointments Group; Ashford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

New Appointments Group is seeking a Timber Mill Operative to join a busy team on a temporary to permanent basis. This hands-on role suits someone who thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in accurate, high-quality work.

Ideally, you will have experience with hand tools and machinery, plus an interest in maintenance or DIY and a strong eye for detail. Previous timber or manufacturing experience would be beneficial. You must have your own transport due to location.

Qualifications

• Experience using hand tools and working with timber or in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with machinery or machine minding is desirable.
• Interest in maintenance and DIY is beneficial.
• Good attention to detail and high accuracy required.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and good timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Operate mechanical wood-working machinery.
• Feed timber into machinery and remove finished products.
• Operate planer moulders.
• Use hand tools such as hammers, drills, screwdrivers and nail guns.
• Use chop saws, pull saws and push saws.
• Read drawings and work accurately from measurements.
• Produce timber products including fence panels.
• Work to production deadlines.
• Carry out manual handling and heavy lifting.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Hand tools experience

Machinery experience

Timber/manufacturing experience

Maintenance/DIY interest

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Reliability and punctuality

Team player

Physical stamina

Good organisational skills

Job description

New Appointments Group is seeking a Timber Mill Operative to join a busy team on a temporary to permanent basis. This hands-on role suits someone who thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in accurate, high-quality work.

Ideally, you will have experience with hand tools and machinery, plus an interest in maintenance or DIY and a strong eye for detail. Previous timber or manufacturing experience would be beneficial. You must have your own transport due to location.