At a Glance
- Tasks: Manufacture bespoke timber fire doorsets with precision and craftsmanship.
- Company: Protek Fire Doors, a rapidly growing manufacturer in the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and a safe working environment.
- Other info: Collaborative atmosphere with a focus on quality and safety.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and contribute to high-quality fire safety solutions.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in bench joinery and experience with fire doorsets required.
The predicted salary is between 16 - 16 £ per hour.
ABOUT US
Protek Fire Doors are a rapidly growing manufacturer of bespoke timber fire doorsets, supplying high-quality FD30 and FD60 commercial doorsets across the UK. Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Bench Joiner with previous fire doorset manufacturing experience to join our production team at our Heywood facility.
THE ROLE
As a Bench Joiner, you will play an integral role in the manufacture of certified timber fire doorsets. Working from technical drawings and specifications, you will produce high-quality fire doorsets to exacting standards, ensuring compliance, consistency and excellent craftsmanship throughout the manufacturing process.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manufacture and assemble timber fire doorsets to specification.
- Machine, lip, glaze and prepare door leaves.
- Fit fire-rated ironmongery, seals and associated components.
- Operate workshop machinery safely and efficiently.
- Carry out quality inspections throughout the manufacturing process.
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
- Work collaboratively within a busy production team to meet production targets.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of 3 years' experience within a bench joinery manufacturing environment.
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Bench Joinery, or a completed apprenticeship (preferred).
- Previous experience manufacturing timber fire doorsets is essential.
- Experience glazing fire doors and fitting fire-rated ironmongery.
- Excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
- Experience operating CNC machinery (HOMAG preferred).
- Edgebander experience.
- Presser experience.
- Power tools and hand tools.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE
- Knowledge of fire door tolerances, test evidence and Field of Application (FoA) documents.
- FLT Licence.
- Fire door awareness, BM TRADA, FIRAS or equivalent training.
WORKING HOURS
Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00, 40 hours per week. Overtime available.
Bench Joiner (Fire Door Manufacturer) in Heywood employer: Protek Secure Fire
Protek Fire Doors is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our Heywood facility where craftsmanship and quality are at the forefront of our operations. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative culture that values employee growth, providing opportunities for skill enhancement and career advancement in the bespoke timber fire door manufacturing sector. With competitive pay and a commitment to safety and excellence, we ensure our team members feel valued and motivated to contribute to our continued success.
