Joinery/Laminate Production Operative

Role Overview Joinery / Laminate Production Operative

We are seeking an experienced Joinery / Laminate Production Operative to join a busy manufacturing workshop. This role would suit a hands-on individual with a background in woodworking, laminates, and joinery machinery, capable of working across multiple stages of production.

The successful candidate will have experience operating machinery such as beam saws, CNC routers, and edge banders, along with strong bench skills including bench joinery, cabinet making, and laminate fabrication. You will be involved in the manufacture of high-quality furniture, cabinets, and fit-out components, working from drawings and specifications to meet production deadlines.

This is a practical, workshop-based role requiring attention to detail, good material knowledge, and the ability to work as part of a production team.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating joinery machinery including beam saws, CNC machines, edge banders, and postforming equipment

• Bench work including bench joinery, cabinet making, and laminate fabrication

• Manufacturing components for furniture, shopfitting, and fit-out projects

• Working with laminates, boards, and associated materials

• Reading and working from technical drawings and cutting lists

• Maintaining quality standards and safe working practices

• Supporting production flow as a multi-skilled operative

Ideal Background

• Experience as a Bench Joiner, Cabinet Maker, CNC Operator, Shopfitter, or Production Operative (Joinery/Laminates)

• Strong knowledge of woodworking and joinery processes

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced workshop environment

• Good attention to detail and pride in workmanship