CNC Joinery Workshop & Warehouse Manager
Location: Romford, Essex
Salary: £30,000–£40,000 per annum, depending on experience
Job type: Full-time, permanent
Sector: Joinery & Woodworking
About the role
Attop Group is seeking an experienced CNC Joinery Workshop & Warehouse Manager for a full-time opportunity in Romford.
This is a hands-on management role for someone who understands joinery production and CNC processes, and can keep a workshop and warehouse organised, safe and productive. You will coordinate daily workflow, oversee materials and stock, support the team and help ensure work is completed accurately and on schedule.
The role would suit someone with experience in a joinery, cabinet-making, furniture or woodworking environment who can combine practical workshop knowledge with strong organisation and team leadership.
Key responsibilities
* Coordinate daily workshop and warehouse activities to meet production schedules and delivery deadlines.
* Plan and prioritise jobs, allocate work and monitor progress from preparation through to completion.
* Oversee CNC production, including CNC router operations and the preparation or checking of cutting lists and machine programmes.
* Work with CAD/CAM drawings and job specifications to ensure materials are cut accurately and efficiently.
* Coordinate the use of workshop machinery, which may include CNC routers, panel saws and edge banders.
* Check drawings, measurements, materials and finished work for accuracy and quality.
* Organise the receipt, storage, labelling and movement of materials, components and finished products.
* Maintain accurate stock records and monitor material levels to support production requirements.
* Arrange stock checks and report shortages, damaged goods or discrepancies.
* Reduce material waste through effective planning, cutting and stock control.
* Liaise with colleagues, suppliers and other departments about job progress, materials and delivery requirements.
* Supervise, support and guide workshop and warehouse staff, setting clear priorities and maintaining productivity.
* Promote safe working practices and ensure machinery, tools and work areas are kept in good order.
* Identify workflow or stock-control improvements and help put practical solutions in place.
* Keep workshop and warehouse records up to date, including production progress, stock movements and equipment issues.
What we’re looking for
* Previous experience in a joinery, cabinet-making, furniture manufacturing or woodworking workshop.
* Experience coordinating or supervising workshop, production or warehouse operations.
* Good understanding of CNC machinery and joinery manufacturing processes.
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, cutting lists and job specifications.
* Experience with CAD/CAM software or CNC programming.
* Knowledge of workshop machinery such as CNC routers, panel saws and edge banders.
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
* A practical approach to problem-solving, quality control and reducing material waste.
* Good communication skills and confidence working with a team.
* A reliable, safety-conscious approach and attention to detail.
Desirable
* Experience managing materials and stock within a joinery or manufacturing business.
* Familiarity with production planning, job costing or workshop scheduling.
* Experience working with bespoke or made-to-measure joinery and cabinetry.
* Knowledge of relevant workshop health and safety procedures.
What the role offers
* Salary of £30,000–£40,000 per annum, depending on experience.
* Full-time, permanent opportunity.
* A varied role combining CNC joinery, workshop coordination and warehouse management.
* The opportunity to contribute to production quality and operational improvements.
How to apply
To apply, send your CV to info@attop.co.uk with the subject line “CNC Joinery Workshop & Warehouse Manager – Romford”.
Please include a brief summary of your CNC, joinery workshop and warehouse or production-management experience, along with your salary expectations and availability.
Attop Group welcomes applications from candidates with relevant skills and experience. We will contact shortlisted applicants to discuss the opportunity and next steps.