Wood Machinist

Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 (depending on experience) Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm Holiday: 28 days (including bank holidays)A privately owned, furniture manufacturer is seeking an experienced Senior CNC Programmer to join their team, with the opportunity to progress into a lead role.The company specialises in delivering exceptional bespoke, high-quality freestanding and fitted furniture to a diverse client base. Their portfolio includes heritage and conservation organisations, high-end residential projects, and collaborations with interior designers, architects, and construction companies. Projects range from individual bespoke pieces to large-scale architectural installations, spanning both contemporary and traditional styles.This is a key role within the workshop, supporting CNC operations while contributing to workflow improvements and production efficiency.Key Responsibilities Create, prepare, and optimise CAM programmes for 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machinerySelect appropriate tooling, speeds, materials, and machining strategies to maximise efficiency and qualitySupport the planning and coordination of CNC activities alongside production teamsAssist estimating and project teams with CNC-related input on costs and production considerationsPrepare accurate works orders, drawings, and documentationRole RequirementsMinimum of 3 years'' experience in CNC programming (3-axis and ideally 5-axis)Working knowledge of AutoCAD and 3D CAD software such as ..... full job details .....