Timber Production Operator

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

Job summary

New Appointments Group is seeking a Timber Mill Operative in Aylesford to join a busy production team on a temporary to permanent basis. The role focuses on operating woodworking machinery, feeding timber, and producing timber products with accuracy and efficiency.

Ideal candidate has hands-on tool experience, a keen eye for detail, and a strong work ethic. The job requires physical work and adherence to safety standards within a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Experience using hand tools and machinery is advantageous.
• Knowledge of timber or manufacturing environments is beneficial.
• Interest in maintenance and DIY activities helps.
• Good eye for detail and high accuracy in work.
• Reliable, with a strong work ethic and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Operate mechanical wood-working machinery.
• Feed timber into machinery and remove finished products.
• Operate planer moulders.
• Use a variety of hand tools, including hammers, drills and screwdrivers.
• Read drawings and work accurately from measurements.
• Produce timber products, including fence panels.
• Work to tight deadlines and production timescales.
• Carry out general manual handling and heavy lifting.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Hand tools

Machinery operation

Timber experience

Maintenance interest

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Organisational skills

Timekeeping

Team player

Tools

Woodworking machinery

Planer moulders

Job description

New Appointments Group is seeking a Timber Mill Operative in Aylesford to join a busy production team on a temporary to permanent basis. The role focuses on operating woodworking machinery, feeding timber, and producing timber products with accuracy and efficiency.

Ideal candidate has hands-on tool experience, a keen eye for detail, and a strong work ethic. The job requires physical work and adherence to safety standards within a manufacturing setting.