Woodwork Operative - Bespoke Case Builder

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Optima UK Inc Ltd in Leicester is seeking a Woodwork Operative to build bespoke export cases from timber, plywood, cardboard and steel, following technical drawings and using machinery and hand tools. The role requires accuracy and a hands-on approach within a structured manufacturing environment.

Full in-house training will be provided, and you will join a dayshift team focused on delivering cases that meet exact specifications and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or hands-on environment.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Safe use of machinery and hand tools.
• Attention to detail and team player.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture bespoke export cases to customer specs.
• Use cardboard, plywood, timber and steel.
• Read and interpret technical drawings.
• Operate circular saws, rip saws, nail guns and other tools.
• Maintain quality and health and safety standards.

Skills

Machinery operation

Reading drawings

Quality consciousness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Circular saws

Rip saws

Nail guns

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Optima UK Inc Ltd in Leicester is seeking a Woodwork Operative to build bespoke export cases from timber, plywood, cardboard and steel, following technical drawings and using machinery and hand tools. The role requires accuracy and a hands-on approach within a structured manufacturing environment.

Full in-house training will be provided, and you will join a dayshift team focused on delivering cases that meet exact specifications and quality standards.