Furniture Maker

About the Company We are a prominent furniture manufacturer based in New Zealand, known for our commitment to crafting high-quality solid timber furniture that marries style, durability, and functionality. With a focus on sustainable practices, we supply an extensive range of furniture to both residential and commercial clients throughout Aotearoa. As we continue to grow, we are looking to enhance our team with a dedicated Furniture Maker. About the Role We are seeking a skilled Furniture Maker to join our team in a full-time, permanent position located on the West Coast. This hands-on role involves building functional, high-quality furniture based on technical drawings and specifications. The position offers a stable work environment with guaranteed hours and the opportunity for overtime when needed. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will be responsible for: - Reviewing instructions and technical drawings to understand furniture specifications - Selecting appropriate materials and components - Laying out measurements, sawing, and shaping timber - Assembling furniture carcasses and fitting drawers, doors, and hardware - Utilizing hand tools, air tackers, staple guns, and machinery as required - Conducting quality checks on all finished units to ensure they meet our standards Requirements To be successful in this position, candidates should possess the following qualifications: - At least two years of relevant work experience in carpentry or furniture assembly - A strong understanding of assembly and timberwork processes - The ability to accurately follow written and verbal instructions - High attention to detail and the capability to meet deadlines - A commitment to health and safety standards - Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test - A clean police report with no pending charges Benefits We offer a competitive pay range of $30 to $35 per hour, with guaranteed hours of at least 30 hours per week and the potential for a standard workweek of 40 hours. Our workweek runs from Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend calls. If you are a motivated and skilled Furniture Maker looking to advance your career, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter that highlights your relevant experience and your interest in joining our team. To Apply Recruit NZ, a part of People Inc, specializes in recruitment for small to medium local businesses in New Zealand. Since 2008, we have been New Zealand's premier recruitment agency. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please send your CV and cover letter, detailing your relevant experience and reasons for wanting to join our team. We look forward to reviewing your application.