Wood Machinist / Furniture Production Operative

Central Recruitment; Darwen; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Wood Machinist in Darwen for a manufacturing company. The role offers competitive pay of £13.50 per hour, with standard hours Monday to Friday, and no weekend work. Key responsibilities include producing furniture components, operating woodworking machinery, and ensuring quality standards. The position is initially temporary but has the potential for a permanent contract. Benefits include casual dress and free on-site parking.

Benefits

Casual dress

Free parking

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Previous wood machining experience is essential.
• Experience using band saws and similar woodworking machinery.
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Produce furniture components and finished pieces from technical drawings.
• Operate hand tools and woodworking machinery.
• Assemble finished furniture and conduct quality checks.

Skills

Wood machining experience

Operating woodworking machinery

Reading technical drawings

Reliability and punctuality

Tools

Band saws

Planers

Sanding machines

Job description

Date posted: 9 January 2026

Pay: £13.50 per hour

Job Title: Wood Machinist / Furniture Production Operative

Location: Darwen

Working Hours:

• Monday - Thursday: 7:50am - 4:50pm
• Friday: 7:50am - 1:50pm
• No weekend work

Job Overview

A well-established manufacturing business is currently seeking an experienced Wood Machinist to join their production team. The role involvesصيل produzindo furniture components and finished pieces, working from technical drawings and using a variety of woodworking machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Working from technical drawings and specifications to produce a wide range of furniture components and finished pieces
• Operating both hand tools and woodworking machinery, including band saws, planers, spindle moulders, and sanders
• Measuring, cutting, shaping, and assembling timber and other materials with precision
• Assembling finished furniture and(JFrame quality checks, identifying and addressing any issues
• Ensuring high-quality standards and attention to detail at all stages of production
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised workshop
Always adhering to all health and safety regulations

Requirements

• Previous wood machining experience is essential
• Experience using band saws and similar woodworking machinery
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings
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• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team

What's on Offer

• Competitive chão per hon hour
• Early finish on Fridays
• Temporary contract with opportunities for permanent contracts
• Full support from a professional recruitment agency

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Free parking
• On-site parking

How to Apply

Apply now with your CV, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the role further.

Job Types

Permanent, Temporary, Temp to perm

Work Location

In person