Wood Machinist

Wood Machinist Poole, Dorset Up to £16 per hour

Do you take pride in precision, craftsmanship and getting the finish just right? This is a chance to bring your machining skills to a business behind some of the UK's most striking bespoke interiors.

Tekne have grown since starting out back in 1972 into a leading joinery and construction firm, now working from a 32,000 sq ft factory in Poole and delivering bespoke joinery for some of the country's most prestigious restaurants and hotels. They're looking for a skilled Wood Machinist to join their Wood Mill & Machine Shop team.

As a Wood Machinist, you will benefit from:

• Monday to Friday, 07:30 to 16:30, with a 30 minute lunch break at 1pm and a 15 minute break at 10am
• Overtime available at an increased rate
• Joining a well-established, long-running business with a strong reputation for craftsmanship
• Working on high-end, bespoke joinery projects across the UK
• A skilled, close-knit workshop team
• Opportunities to develop your machining skills further

As a Wood Machinist, your responsibilities will include:

• Operating a spindle moulder, resaw and 5 cutter to produce components to specification
• Working from drawings and cutting lists to produce accurate, high-quality timber components
• Selecting and setting up appropriate tooling for each job
• Maintaining a safe, organised working environment
• Working closely with the wider joinery and machine shop team to meet project deadlines

As a Wood Machinist, your experience will include:

• Proven experience operating a spindle moulder, resaw and 5 cutter, or similar wood machining equipment
• Good understanding of and machining techniques
• Ability to read drawings and cutting lists accurately
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality finish
• Comfortable working as part of a skilled workshop team