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Posted 21 July, 2026

Bench Operative

Generations People Ltd
Derby, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Bench Operative

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Location: Chesterfield

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Starting Salary:£13.25p/h

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Hours:Shifts, Days (Full time Monday to Friday)

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Contract:12 weeks temp to perm position

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Reporting to: Operations Manager

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Generation People is currently hiring for a Bench Operative to join a manufacturing company based in the Chesterfield area.

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This role is suited to someone who has passion and commitment to produce high quality wooden products with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

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Key Duties as the bench operative:

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  • Produce high quality, accurate and timely work to meet client demands and tight deadlines.
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  • Assembly work
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  • Use of hand tools and power tools
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  • Proactive team player and committed to continuous improvement.
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  • Manual handling and transportation of products around the warehouse
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Candidate Skills & Requirements:

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  • FLT Counterbalance licence advantageous
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  • Minimum 1 years experience in joinery or bench assembly advantageous
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  • Assembly experience
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  • Use of hand tools and power tools
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  • Experience of working with and around wooden products
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  • Reliable and punctual
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  • Great attention to detail
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