Woodworking Machinist

Questech Recruitment Ltd; Morley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay from £15.00 per hour

Permanent, full-time

Overtime opportunities

Modern workshop

Friendly environment

Variety of bespoke projects

Job summary

Questech Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Woodworking Machinist for a Morley-based joinery workshop. You will set up and operate spindle moulders, edge banders, panel saws, planers and thicknessers to produce high-quality components to tight tolerances.

The role is full-time, permanent, with pay from £15.00 per hour DOE and overtime opportunities in a modern, well-equipped workshop alongside a friendly, collaborative production team.

Qualifications

• Experience operating woodworking machinery in joinery or furniture manufacturing.
• Ability to read technical drawings and work with cutting lists.
• Attention to detail and pride in delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a range of woodworking machinery safely and efficiently.
• Operate spindle moulders, edge banders, panel saws, planers and thicknessers.
• Carry out machine set-ups and adjustments to suit production requirements.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and job specifications.
• Manufacture components to precise dimensions and tolerances.
• Carry out routine machine checks and basic maintenance.
• Monitor quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Support colleagues across production areas as required.
• Maintain housekeeping and follow Health & Safety procedures.
• Contribute to efficient production and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Spindle moulders

Edge banders

Planers

Thicknessers

Panel saws

Technical drawings

Job description

Woodworking Machinist / Woodworking Machinery Operator

Location: Morley, Leeds

Pay: From £15.00 per hour (DOE)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday : (Apply online only)

Our client is a well-established bespoke woodworking manufacturer based in Morley, Leeds, specialising in high-quality custom joinery, furniture and interior fit-out products for commercial and residential projects. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced Woodworking Machinist to join their skilled production team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience operating a range of conventional woodworking machinery who enjoys working on bespoke, high-quality products in a modern manufacturing environment.

The Role

As a Woodworking Machinist, you'll be responsible for setting up and operating a variety of woodworking machinery, producing precision components to a high standard while supporting different areas of the workshop as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a range of woodworking machinery safely and efficiently.
• Operate machinery including spindle moulders, edge banders, panel saws, planers, thicknessers and other conventional woodworking equipment.
• Carry out machine set-ups and adjustments to suit production requirements.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, cutting lists and job specifications.
• Manufacture high-quality components to precise dimensions and tolerances.
• Carry out routine machine checks and basic maintenance.
• Monitor quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Support colleagues across different production areas when required.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and adhere to all Health & Safety procedures.
• Contribute to efficient production and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience operating woodworking machinery within a joinery, furniture manufacturing or woodworking environment.
• Strong experience using spindle moulders is highly desirable.
• Experience operating edge banders, planers, thicknessers, panel saws or similar woodworking machinery.
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings.
• Good understanding of woodworking materials and machining processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work.
• A reliable team player with a flexible approach to supporting different areas of production.

What's on Offer

• Competitive pay from £15.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Permanent, full-time opportunity.
• Overtime opportunities available.
• Modern, well-equipped workshop.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to work on a wide variety of bespoke joinery and woodworking projects.

Woodworking machienst / Wood Machinist / Wood Machining Operative / Wood Machine Operator / Spindle Moulder Operator / Woodworking Operative / Wood Production Operative / Joinery Operative / Joinery Machinist

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