Wood Machinist (Trainee)

My client in the LS10 area of Leeds are looking for x 2 Wood Machinists.

Hours of work: Monday to Friday 07:30 4:00

Specific Experience & Skills Required

Person Specification
Minimum GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English or equivalent (preferred)
Basic IT
Skills Interest in machinery / manufacturing

Responsibilities

The Trainee Machinist will work alongside others to develop the skills and experience to safely operate all the equipment in the timber mill and tool room, along with any associated software to produce a variety of high quality timber mouldings.
Training will include a combination of on and off-site training at the Epping site in Essex, the timber mill in Hastings, Sussex and relevant training with external companies.
Build effective relationships with colleagues and other departments by delivering a professional promptand effective service.
Assist with the operation of all woodworking machinery and handling equipment as directed by the MillSupervisor including saws, moulder, cross cuts, kindling machine, grip line and baler as required.
Accurately process and handle timber products in line with the health and safety procedures and company policy.
Ability to operate all machinery in line with safe systems of work.
Carry out daily maintenance tasks as required reporting any defects to management.
Update the EAP as and when required.

Required Skills and Abilities

Ability to pay high attention to Health and Safety processes and procedures
A desire to learn new skills to carry out a key role within the timber manufacturing process
High attention to detail

Working Days (8am - 4.30pm)

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