At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate woodworking machinery and produce high-quality timber products.
- Company: Join a well-established timber manufacturing business in South Petherton.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, 20 days leave, holiday bonuses, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Enjoy a hands-on role in a dynamic environment focused on quality and safety.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team with real opportunities for career growth.
- Qualifications: Experience in timber sawmill operations and strong teamwork skills.
The predicted salary is between 14.5 - 14.5 £ per hour.
Sawmill Machine Operator South Petherton gap personnel are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Sawmill Machine Operator to join a well-established timber manufacturing business based in South Petherton, Somerset.
If you enjoy hands-on work, have experience operating woodworking machinery, and take pride in producing high-quality products, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.
Working within a skilled team of around 20 colleagues , you'll be responsible for converting and machining timber to customer specifications, ensuring products are manufactured accurately, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
The Role Your responsibilities will include: Selecting timber boards to fulfil customer orders.
Operating sawmill and woodworking machinery safely and efficiently.
Sawing and machining timber accurately to specification.
Maximising yield from every piece of timber to minimise waste.
Recording production accurately using paperwork and company systems.
Stacking, banding and labelling completed orders safely and neatly.
Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
Supporting other production and sawmill duties as required.
About You We're looking for someone who has: Experience working in a timber sawmill or operating woodworking machinery.
A certificate, diploma or qualification in timber machining or a related discipline (preferred).
Good mathematical skills and a sound basic education.
Fluent spoken English.
A positive attitude and strong team-working skills.
The ability to learn quickly and solve practical problems.
A disciplined, organised and safety-conscious approach.
Good attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
Excellent time management skills and the ability to meet production deadlines.
Strong communication skills.
Physical fitness and the ability to handle heavy timber throughout the working day.
A Forklift Truck licence (preferred but not essential).
Salary
Hours: £13.85 - £14.50 per hour (depending on skills and experience) Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm (40 hours per week) Benefits Competitive hourly pay 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays Holiday bonus scheme based on length of service Company pension Free onsite parking Staff canteen and welfare facilities Ongoing training and development Opportunities to progress within the department and business Why Join?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing business that invests in its people.
You'll become part of a supportive team where quality, safety and continuous improvement are valued, with genuine opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.
If you have the experience, motivation and practical skills to succeed in this role, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with gap personnel.
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