We are currently hiring for the role of trainee cabinetmaker to join our award-winning HM team. Our ideal candidate will have a high level of attention to detail, be motivated, proactive and have a positive attitude. This position is based at our workshop in Felsted, Essex.
The trainee will learn the following skills:
- Set up and operation of a variety of woodworking machines and use various hand tools to fabricate wooden cabinets and high-grade furniture;
- Study blueprints and drawings of articles to be constructed or repaired;
- Plan sequence of cutting or shaping operations to be performed;
- Mark outline or dimension of parts on paper or lumber stock, according to blueprint or drawing specifications;
- Match materials for colour, grain, or texture;
- Set up and operation of woodworking machines, such as power saws, jointer, mortiser, tenoner, molder, and shaper, to cut and shape parts from wood stock;
- Trim component parts of joints to ensure snug fit, using hand tools, such as planes, chisels, or wood files;
- Bore holes for insertion of screws or dowels by hand or using boring machine;
- Glue, fit and clamp parts and subassemblies together to form complete unit, using clamps or clamping machine;
- Sand and scrape surfaces and joints of articles to prepare articles for finishing;
- Repair high-grade articles of furniture;
- Install hardware, such as hinges, catches, and drawer pulls;
- Repair equipment, and fixtures.
This is a full time role. Please note our workshop operates from Monday-Friday 8am-4pm. Benefits include pension, private healthcare and gym on-site.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
