CNC Machinist

CNC Joinery Machinist

Location:Basildon
Salary: -40,000 per annum (-18.25ph depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Our client is a leading commercial fit-out and bespoke joinery manufacturer. They are seeking an experienced CNC Joinery Machinist to produce high-quality bespoke joinery components using CNC machinery and traditional workshop equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture bespoke joinery components using CNC machinery to tight tolerances
• Interpret technical drawings, cutting lists, and joinery production information
• Program, set and operate CNC woodworking machines (Homag)
• Ensure all joinery components meet quality and specification requirements
• Work with hardwood, softwood, veneered panels, MDF, and laminate materials
• Carry out accurate machining for cabinet making, bespoke furniture, and fitted joinery elements
• Prepare, collate and quality check finished components for assembly and dispatch
• Identify and report design, production or machining issues
• Maintain safe handling and protection of materials throughout production
• Support continuous improvement in joinery manufacturing processes
• Assist with general workshop production tasks when required

Machines and Software

• HomagCNC machining centres
• Alphacam CAD/CAM software
• WoodWopCNC programming software
• Offline programming with transition to online operation

Skills and Experience Required

• Proven experience in CNC joinery machining within a workshop environment
• Strong ability to programme, set and operate CNC woodworking machinery
• Background in bespoke joinery, cabinet making, or commercial fit-out manufacturing
• Ability to read and interpret detailed joinery drawings and cutting lists
• Strong understanding of joinery construction methods and assembly processes
• Experience using workshop machinery including saws, planers, sanders, and thicknessers
• High attention to detail with strong quality control focus
• Problem-solving ability and ability to work to deadlines
• Good communication and teamworking skills

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in bench joinery, cabinet making, or machine woodworking (or equivalent experience)

Benefits

• -40,000 salary (-18.25ph DOE)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Auto-enrolled pension scheme
• Death in service benefit (4x annual salary)
• Personal accident cover
• Cash plan healthcare scheme

Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position

Call Julia @ Prime for more information or apply using link