CNC Operator /Craftsman
CNC JOINER / CABINETMAKER — JOIN *****
Petone, Wellington | Full-time | 40 hrs/week | $56,000–$63,000
***** is an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer
BUILD. LEARN. IMPROVE.
***** builds exceptional plywood kitchens, cabinetry and furniture using craftsmanship, CNC technology and Lean manufacturing.
We're looking for an A-Player who loves building things, takes serious pride in quality and wants to become exceptional at their craft.
We can teach machines. We can't teach attitude.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
HOMAG CNC machining
Cabinet assembly & finishing
Quality control & problem-solving
Workshop organisation & 3S
Installation support
Improve how we build — every day
WHO WE WANT
Takes serious pride in their work
Organised, reliable and precise
Learns fast and solves problems
Takes ownership — no excuses, no blame
Always looking for a better way
Wants to become exceptional at their craft
Joinery, cabinetmaking, CNC or furniture experience preferred.
Overseas experience counts. NZ experience is NOT required.
CNC, WoodWOP, IMOS or HOMAG experience is a bonus — not essential.
Required: NZ manual driver licence + ability to drive a long-wheelbase manual van.
THIS ISN'T FOR EVERYONE
If you cut corners, need constant supervision, blame others or think good enough” is good enough — you won't enjoy *****.
If you want to learn fast, build exceptional work and take on more responsibilityyou will.
WHERE CAN THIS TAKE YOU?
Senior Joiner → CNC Specialist → Production Lead → IMOS Detailer → Continuous Improvement Leader
Grow your skills. Take ownership. Move up fast.
BEFORE YOU APPLY
NO VIDEO = NO APPLICATION.
Send us a 1–2 minute WhatsApp video.
Forget the polished CV. We want to meet you.
Tell us:
Who are you?
What have you built or achieved that you're proud of?
Why should we hire you?
Why *****?
WhatsApp: 02• ••• •553
No editing. Grab your phone and talk.
No calls or texts. Video only.
Bonus: include a personality assessment.
THINK YOU'RE AN A-PLAYER?
Prove it.
Show us who you are.
Show us what you've built.
Show us what you're capable of.
COME BUILD EXCEPTIONAL THINGS WITH US.
*****
BUILD. LEARN. IMPROVE. REPEAT.
Before a trial: Selected candidates will receive short mandatory Lean reading/training, including 2 Second Lean by Paul Akers and Elevating Construction Superintendents by Jason Schroeder.
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
- How many years' experience do you have as a Computer Numerical Control Machine Operator?
- Do you have professional cabinet making experience?
- Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?