Furniture Manufacturing Operative

Woodworking Machine Operator / Furniture Manufacturing Operative

📍 Location: Worcester (Blackpole)
💷 Pay Rate: £13.50 - £14.00 per hour

🕒 Working Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 07:00 – 16:00
Friday: 07:00 – 12:00

We are currently recruiting for a Woodworking Machine Operator / Furniture Manufacturing Operative to join a well-established manufacturing company based in Worcester, Blackpole.
This is a great opportunity for someone with previous experience within woodworking, furniture manufacturing, joinery, kitchen manufacturing or a similar production environment who is looking for a long-term role with the potential to become permanent.
About the CompanyThe company manufactures a wide range of bespoke worktops and work surfaces for customers across engineering, manufacturing, laboratories and electronics.

Products include:

Wooden and hardwood worktops
Laminate and compact worktops
Steel and stainless-steel work surfaces
Anti-static (ESD) worktops
Heavy-duty surfaces for engineering and manufacturing environmentsKey Responsibilities
Operating woodworking and cutting machinery, including beam saw equipment
Cutting timber, laminate and other materials to required measurements
Measuring and positioning materials correctly before cutting
Following job sheets, cutting lists and basic drawings
Checking finished products for quality and accuracy
Handling and moving materials around the production area
Wrapping finished products and preparing them for dispatch
Assisting with assembly and general manufacturing duties
Keeping machinery and the work area clean and safe
Supporting other production areas when requiredRequirements
Previous experience within woodworking, furniture manufacturing, joinery, kitchen manufacturing or a similar production environment
Experience using saws, cutting machines or woodworking machinery would be advantageous
Beam saw experience is desirable but not essential
Comfortable using measurements and working accurately
Good attention to detail
Reliable and punctual
Able to work effectively as part of a team
Good understanding of health and safety within a manufacturing environmentThis is an excellent opportunity to join a stable manufacturing company offering long-term work and the opportunity to develop further skills within woodworking and furniture manufacturing
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed