Wood Machinist / 5 AXIS CNC Operative

RECRUITMENT HELPLINE; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run manufacturing company in Greater Manchester is looking for a skilled Wood Machinist / 5 AXIS CNC Operative. The role involves preparing and machining raw materials using various woodworking techniques, along with operating a 5 axis CNC router. The ideal candidate should have some experience in woodworking and strong troubleshooting skills. This is an opportunity to work in an expanding company that values quality and precision in bespoke timber products.

Qualifications

• Some experience in the woodworking industry is preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare raw materials through various saw processes.
• Laminating materials using adhesives.
• Load and unload the CNC router accurately.
• Operate the 5 axis CNC router with precision.
• Perform general workshop duties and quality control.

Skills

Experience in the woodworking industry

Proven troubleshooting ability

Job description

Wood Machinist / 5 AXIS CNC Operative

As a rapidly expanding small family run company, we require a multi-skilled person to work efficiently on the shop floor. Our factory is purpose built for the manufacture of bespoke timber handrails for the high end market – every one of our projects is tailor made to the customer’s requirements and it is critical that standards are never compromised.

Responsibilities

• Preparing raw materials – ripsawing, cross cutting, bandsawing and planing various exotic hardwoods
• Laminating materials – using various adhesives to bond materials prior to machining.
• Loading & Unloading the CNC router – using air powered tools to quickly and accurately load the machine bed as we produce handrails on the left and right hand sides simultaneously.
• Operating the 5 axis CNC router – loading pre-defined programs and manually operating speeds, feeds etc
• Other Duties – General workshop duties, troubleshooting mechanical issues, taking charge of deliveries, quality control with raw materials, tooling re-grind requirements, setting up and using JIGs etc.

Skills / Qualifications

• Candidates should have some experience in the woodworking industry.
• Proven troubleshooting ability.