As in-house recruiters for Lambson Innovate based in Castleford, West Yorkshire, we have a fantastic opportunity for a hardworking and progressive individual to join the production team working from their Castleford site as an Edgebander Machinist. As an experienced Edgebander Machinist, you will be expected to be proficient in setting up, operating, and maintaining edge banding machines to apply various types of edging to panel edges. You will have experience in adjusting machine settings, such as track speed, trimming saws, and temperature controls, to match the specifications of the panels being processed. You will also have an understanding of the machine mechanics and the ability to troubleshoot. Working hours: Monday to Thursday 06:00am – 17:30pm (44 hours per week)Benefits £30,500 - £32,400 (depending on experience) 44 hour working week (Monday to Thursday 6.00am to 5.30pm). Daily 60-minute breaks. 20 days of annual holiday plus bank holidays. Uniform provided. Opportunities for further training and progression.Key Responsibilities Material Handling: Loading boards and edging tape into the machines. Ensuring the proper alignment of tape for accurate application.Glue Application: Monitoring and regulating the glue application process to ensure even coverage.Quality Control: Inspecting the finished products for quality and adherence to specifications. Identifying and correcting any defects in the material or application process.Maintenance: Performing routine maintenance and minor repairs on the machine, including cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn-out parts.Safety and Efficiency: Following safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment. Optimising production processes to minimize waste and improve efficiency.Essential Key Skills Previous machinery/edge banding experience is essential. A desire to progress. Organised and planned approach to work. Excellent attention to detail. Commitment to health, safety and quality standards. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Can work as part of a team or independently. Ability to work accurately to a planned schedule. Problem solving attitude.Preferable Experience 5 years’ experience in edging Experience in running other machines Lean Manufacturing – including Kaizen and 5s