Timber Production Operators - Newcastle

Dunster House Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run outdoor product specialist seeks a Timber Production Operator to support efficient timber production. The role involves operating machinery, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining a safe work environment. Ideal candidates have experience in timber or manufacturing, can operate machinery safely, and are flexible to assist with various tasks. The position offers Monday to Friday hours at a starting rate of £12.21 per hour and generous holiday benefits.

Benefits

29 days holiday including bank holidays

Referral Programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a timber, woodworking, or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely operate machinery such as moulders, bandsaws, and other cutting equipment.
• Competence in using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Feed raw timber stock into machinery ensuring safe and correct operation.
• Operate saws to cut timber to specified lengths.
• Perform basic quality checks to ensure finished products meet standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Ability to safely operate machinery

Competence in using hand tools and power tools

Ability to read and follow written instructions

Reliability and flexibility

Tools

Moulders

Bandsaws

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

We are looking for Timber Production Operators to join us in our mission of delivering quality outdoor products such as log cabins, garden offices, sheds and gazebos designed with care, built to last, and made to make our customers smile!

Who We Are:

Established in 1994, Dunster House Ltd is a constantly growing family‑run, international business currently employing over 550 people across our 15 UK sites.

With over 30 years of designing, manufacturing and retailing garden lifestyle products we are proud to be garden building specialists distributing our products using our fleet to reach our wonderful customers.

To find out more about Dunster House Ltd, visit our website www.dunsterhouse.co.uk

The Role:

This job is based out of our Newcastle Branch – NE31 1SP and looks to support the efficient and safe operation of the timber production area by accurately processing raw timber stock and producing finished components to the required quality standards.

Role Overview:

• Feed raw timber stock into machinery including the 6-headed moulder, bandsaw, and multi-rip saw, ensuring safe and correct operation.
• Operate saws such as cross-cut and mitre saws to cut timber to specified lengths in line with job requirements.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively as part of daily production tasks.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to stack machined timber neatly and safely.
• Accurately complete job cards and other documentation to record daily production data.
• Perform basic quality checks to ensure all finished products meet company and customer standards.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work area in accordance with health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Assist with other production duties as directed by supervisors to support the smooth running of operations.
• Follow all standard operating procedures and company policies consistently to maintain production efficiency and quality.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a timber, woodworking, or manufacturing environment
• Ability to safely operate machinery such as moulders, bandsaws, and other cutting equipment
• Competence in using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
• Ability to read and follow written instructions, job sheets, and specifications accurately
• Reliable, flexible, and willing to assist with various production tasks as required

What We Offer:

• Monday – Thursday 07:30-16:30 and Friday 07:30-13:30
• From £12.21 per hour
• 29 days holiday including bank holidays
• Referral Programme

If you are interested in this role, please contact the Newcastle HR team on 0191 731 7668.