Semi Skilled Bench Hand Joiner

Job Description:

Job Role: Bench Hand Joiner / Wood Specialist

Location: Leicester, LE2

Working Hours: Mon - Fri - 08:00am to 5:00pm

Pay Rate: £13.50 - £15 per hour (depending on experience)

Benefits:

• Be part of a manufacturing team delivering high-end retail and visual merchandising projects.
• Free parking, pension, and regular company events.
• Monday-Friday role with consistent hours-ideal for work/life balance.
• Opportunities to progress in a workshop known for quality, ethos, and continuity

Join a respected manufacturing business specialising in retail display solutions-from POS stands to bespoke joinery for high-profile brands. You'll support production by setting up and assembling precision wood components in our Leicester workshop, helping to deliver top-tier retail installations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with MDF & laminates-cutting, shaping, fitting edges, and finishing to spec.
• Operate Edge Banders and Spindle Moulders safely and efficiently.
• Read and interpret technical drawings to guide precise assembly.
• Produce high-quality furniture/joinery pieces-emphasising neat seams and clean finishes.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace-adhering to H&S standards.
• Collaborate with your team, pooling skills to meet project timelines and quality goals.
• Use your driving licence to assist with materials or site visits when required.

Experience:

• Solid experience working with MDF and laminates - essential for this role.
• Confidence handling drawing interpretation-ensuring accuracy in production.
• Hands-on ability with edge banders and spindle moulders-and basic hand/power tools.
• Experience in furniture or bespoke joinery-a big plus, but not mandatory.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and a solid work ethic.
• Motivated and punctual-drives quality and meets deadlines without hand-holding.

Apply: To Apply for the Bench Hand Joiner role, please submit and up to date CV and one of our Consultants will be in touch.