Job Title: Edgebander Operator

Location: Derby- 10 mins from Derby City Centre

Job Type: Full-time / Permanent

Salary: £14ph - £20ph DOE

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Edgebander Operator to join our clients production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining edgebanding machinery to ensure high-quality finishes on a range of panel products. Experience working with fire doors and edge banding to fire-rated standards would be a distinct advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

- Set up, operate, and monitor edgebanding machines efficiently and safely

- Apply edge banding to panels in line with production specifications

- Ensure consistent quality and finish on all components

- Adjust machine settings for different materials, thicknesses, and edge types

- Carry out routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting of machinery

- Inspect finished products for defects and ensure they meet quality standards

- Work from technical drawings, cutting lists, and job sheets

- Maintain a clean and safe working environment

- Collaborate with other team members to meet production targets and deadlines

Skills & Experience Required

- Previous experience operating edgebanding machinery (essential)

- Good understanding of woodworking or panel processing machinery

- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

- Good problem-solving skills and mechanical awareness

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Understanding of health & safety procedures in a manufacturing environment, desirable (Not Essential)

- Experience edge banding fire doors or working with fire-rated products

- Knowledge of fire door compliance and certification standards

- Experience in a joinery or furniture manufacturing environment

Personal Attributes

- Reliable and punctual

-Positive attitude and strong work ethic

- Flexible and willing to learn

- Good communication skills

If you are interested in our Edgebander Operator, please apply today and a member of our team will be in touch