Wood Machinist

Company: Optima UK Inc Ltd
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Location: Leicester
Job Description:

Job Role: Wood Machinist

Location: Leicester

Shift: Monday – Thursday: 7:00am – 4:00pm, Friday: 7:00am – 1:00pm

Pay Rate: £16.00 – £18.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Benefits

  • Modern workshop with excellent working conditions
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile and prestigious projects
  • Career progression and training opportunities
  • Early finish on Fridays

About the Company

Our client is an industry-leading specialist in high-end interior fit-outs, delivering exceptional craftsmanship for luxury residential, hospitality, and commercial projects across the UK.

Abou the Role

As a Wood Machinist, you will be responsible for machining wooden components used in the production of high-end bespoke interiors. Working within a modern workshop environment, you will operate and set woodworking machinery to produce high-quality components to precise specifications.

This role requires strong experience with spindle moulders and six-cutter machines, ensuring accurate machining and a high-quality finish across a range of hardwood and sheet materials.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate spindle moulders and six-cutter machines to produce wooden components
  • Machine hardwoods, softwoods, MDF, and other sheet materials
  • Work from technical drawings, cutting lists, and job specifications
  • Ensure components are machined accurately and to a high standard of finish
  • Carry out routine machine checks and basic maintenance
  • Maintain a safe and organised working environment
  • Work efficiently to meet production targets and deadlines
  • Collaborate with the workshop and production teams

About You

  • Proven experience working as a Wood Machinist within a joinery or manufacturing environment
  • Strong experience setting and operating spindle moulders and six-cutter moulding machines
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and cutting lists
  • Strong attention to detail and quality standards
  • Good understanding of workshop health and safety procedures
  • Reliable, hardworking, and able to work effectively as part of a team

Apply

To apply for the Wood Machinist position, please submit your up-to-date CV. One of our consultants will be in touch to discuss your application.

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Posted: June 8th, 2026