Furniture Making Apprentice

Receive, read, and interpret job specifications, including drawings and technical information. Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work area at all times. Plan work and resources effectively, using sustainable practices to meet production targets. Organise and check the availability and condition of machinery, tools, equipment, and materials. Carry out first-line maintenance tasks such as checking, cleaning, and lubricating tools and machinery. Prepare and operate machinery, hand tools, and power tools for furniture and component manufacture. Check and maintain jigs and templates, reporting any faults or damage. Prepare materials before and after assembly, resolving issues such as sanding, cleaning, or glueing. Manufacture furniture components by measuring, cutting, and shaping materials using a variety of tools and machinery. Assemble furniture components using techniques such as glueing, stapling, dowelling, screwing, and nailing. Apply finishing operations to assembled furniture, including surface treatments, fittings, and fixtures. Carry out rectification, repair, or rework on furniture items when required. Pack, store, and quality-check finished assemblies, rectifying or reporting any issues. Complete all required documentation or digital records, such as job sheets and production logs. Contribute to continuous improvement and problem-solving activities to support business needs.

Training:

The apprenticeship training is delivered through a combination of workplace learning and regular college attendance. This training will teach you the knowledge, skills and behaviours set out in the Furniture Making Operative L2 standard. On completion, the apprentice will receive the Furniture Making Operative Level 2  qualification. Functional Skills in maths and English may also be required, depending on current level.   

Training Outcome:

Chance to continue to develop within the company and work on more projects.

Employer Description:
Based in the heart of the beautiful Dorset countryside, we design and create high quality bespoke furniture for residential and commercial projects. Using both traditional and contemporary make methods, we have a passion for working with a beautiful range of woods to create stunning, bespoke furniture and fittings for your home or business. With our eco workshop located in Dorset, we also have an office in London which allows us to meet with clients throughout the country. We specialise in designing and crafting bespoke interiors and furniture, including kitchens, dining rooms, wardrobes, cinema and media rooms, wine cellars, bookcases, vanity units, internal doors, living room furniture, libraries, and tables.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 07:30 – 16:30.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative