Cabinet Maker

Little Hulton
5 months ago
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Cabinet Maker

We’re hiring for a Cabinet Maker to join a forward-thinking manufacturing team based at a modern facility in Salford, Greater Manchester. You’ll be part of a dedicated team responsible for designing and installing bespoke fit-outs, ensuring every build is completed to the highest standard.

This is a full-time permanent role working in a modern, well-equipped workshop environment, offering long-term opportunities for someone with a hands-on background in assembly, fabrication, or technical fitting.

What’s on offer?

  • £30,000 per annum

  • Quarterly bonus scheme

  • 37.5-hour week (day shifts) over 4 or 5 days per week

  • Overtime available at 1.5x

  • 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

  • Employee pension scheme (matched up to 7.5%)

  • Company sick pay (75%)

  • Group life assurance policy

  • Employee assistance programme

  • Share incentive scheme

  • 14 weeks full pay parental leave

  • Cycle to work scheme

    What will you be doing as a Cabinet Maker?

  • Designing and installing cabinetry, fixtures, and fittings in bespoke vehicle builds

  • Completing mechanical assembly and installation work using a range of materials

  • Using workshop machinery, hand tools, and power tools safely and efficiently

  • Collaborating with the auto-electrical team to ensure smooth integration of systems

  • Checking stock levels and requesting parts or materials when required

  • Completing Bills of Materials (BOMs) and other workshop documentation

  • Carrying out repairs or upgrades on existing vehicles

    What do you need?

  • Experience using workshop machinery and power tools

  • Confident working with wood, metal, and composite materials

  • Background in fabrication, joinery, or vehicle fitting

  • Auto-electrical knowledge is beneficial

  • Ability to install fixtures and fittings accurately and safely

  • Strong problem-solving skills and a high level of attention to detail

    If you're looking for a hands-on role where you can take pride in the quality of your work and be part of a company that values innovation, craftsmanship, and teamwork, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply today for immediate consideration or speak with Jack Lawrence at KPJ Group for more information between 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday.

    KPJ Group are a specialist Recruitment Consultancy with more than 50 years of experience delivering staffing solutions. We treat each application with a high degree of care; however, due to the high volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to contact all individuals. If you do not hear from us within 5 days of submitting your application, please assume that unfortunately you have not been shortlisted

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