Wood Machinist
Salary: £13 to £14 per hour, dependant on experience
Full Time: Permanent, 39 hours per week
Location: Leeds LS10,West Yorkshire
Days: Monday to Thursday 7am to 3.30pm and Friday 7am to 2.30pm
About Curtis Furniture
Curtis Furniture is a trusted manufacturer of high-quality hotel bedroom furniture, supplying leading hotels across the UK. We’re growing quickly, investing in our people, and building a workplace where teamwork, consistency, and pride in what we produce really matter.
All our manufacturing is based at one location, meaning no site hopping just a strong team working together every day in a well organised, supportive environment.
About the Role
Are you a skilled Wood Machinist with a passion for precision and craftsmanship? We’re looking for an experienced professional to join our growing team, specialising in a wide variety of spindle work and traditional woodworking techniques.
As a key member of our workshop team, you’ll be responsible for operating and maintaining a range of woodworking machinery, with a particular focus on spindle moulders and custom spindle work. You will work on both bespoke and production projects, ensuring each piece meets high quality standards.
Requirements
- Set up and operate machinery such as routers, spindle moulders, dim saws, belt sanders
- Read and work accurately from CAD drawings, cutting sheets and technical documents
- Ensure all machined parts meet strict quality standards and tolerances
- Produce a variety of turned and moulded components to tight tolerances
- Maintain tools and machines to ensure optimum performance and safety
- Collaborate with joiners and designers on custom and repeat projects
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment
Desirable Skills
- Proven experience as a wood machinist, particularly with spindle moulders
- Strong understanding of woodworking techniques and safety standards
- Ability to work from technical drawings and design specifications
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality craftsmanship
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Deep understanding of various timber species and their machining properties
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