Senior Wood Machinist

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Wood Machinist to join our team as a Senior Wood Machinist. As a Senior Wood Machinist, you will be responsible for setting, programming, trouble shooting, and operating various CNC wood machines, including Weining and SCM multi-head moulders to manufacture Engineered Wood Flooring, ensuring safe and efficient production operations.

Duties

• Programming, setting and operating CNC wood machines
• Reading and working to technical drawings
• Working to tight tolerances, producing high precision work
• Maintain 6S standard for all production areas
• Adhere to all requirements of the company Health, Safety and Environmental Policy
• Support environmental sustainability initiatives within the company

Required knowledge, skills or experience

• Previous experience as a Wood Machinist (Preferably Time Served)
• Have a minimum of 5 GCSE’s (or equivalent) at grade C or higher
• Forklift licence an advantage (training can be provided)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects
• Highly motivated and self-directed
• Numeracy skills and ability to understand numerical data
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical tasks as required

Additional Information

Location: Shildon

Hours of work:
• Day shift (40-hour week)

Rates of pay: Up to £32000 per year depending on experience

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Gem Partnership Ltd who are trading as a recruitment business.
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