CNC Wood Shop Machinist
CNC Wood Shop Machinist
Hours: This is a late shift position, either from 12pm-8pm or 1pm-9pm (TBC)
The successful candidate will be responsible for operating and programming our wood machinery, including CNC and 5-axis Router to produce parts for assembly into finished units for retailers and brands. The role will require translating programmes into high-quality output, with accuracy and in line with production targets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Set and operate wood machinery, such as CNC, Router, Beam Saw and Edge bander. Various brands including Homag and Biesse.
- Interpret technical drawings and manufacturing data to produce parts.
- Set up tooling, calibrate machinery, and monitor production runs to maintain accuracy and efficiency.
- Work closely with the design and engineering teams to optimise CNC programs and production flow.
- Ensure that materials are available for jobs and liaising with purchasing as to their due dates where required.
- Booking finished job tickets on the system and moving goods to their next location in the building
- Communicating issues, quality concerns, shortages, material problems etc quickly and clearly.
- Perform quality checks on finished products using basic maths to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Conduct routine maintenance checks and troubleshoot issues as needed.
- Ensure all products meet fire safety and quality compliance standards.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment in line with company H&S procedures.
- Handle materials safely, ensuring proper storage and organisation within the warehouse environment.
- Collaborate with team members in assembly and other areas, with a willingness to learn other machines, materials and processes as most of the workforce is multi-skilled.
Requirements:
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and production documentation.
- Understanding of wood machining, tooling, and production processes.
- Experience with tools.
- Strong attention to detail, quality focus, and problem-solving skills.
- Positive attitude and ability to work effectively with autonomy, and as part of a multi-disciplinary late-shift team.
- Experience as a CNC Operator/Programmer in the woodworking or joinery manufacturing sector.
- Experience with Beamsaw and Edge bander machines.
- Able to learn and work on additional machines
- Forklift licence is useful
Experience:
CNC programming: 2 years (preferred)
How to Apply:
For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Victoria Pseftoudis on [email protected] or call +44 (0)7570 420118.
Why work with Proactive?
Proactive Global is a specialist recruitment consultancy operating across the engineering, manufacturing, automation, and technical sectors. We partner with leading employers and innovative businesses, connecting skilled professionals with exciting career opportunities.
We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout the recruitment process. Every application is reviewed fairly and considered solely on the basis of skills, experience, and suitability for the role.
Registering with Proactive gives you access to a wide range of opportunities across the UK, from growing businesses to internationally recognised organisations. Our team is dedicated to supporting candidates throughout their job search and helping them secure their next career move.
Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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