Bespoke Joiner

Job Title: Bespoke Joiner

Department: Life Kitchens  Location: Newton Aycliffe  Reports To: Bespoke Production Manager  Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent  Hours of Work: Monday – Friday 07:30 – 15:30   

Company Overview

The Danesmoor Group is a leading UK manufacturer of kitchens and bedrooms, with a proud heritage dating back to 1909. We’re a fifth generation, family‑owned company with a long track record, but with a clear focus on what is next. Our ambition is to combine the stability, investment and long-term thinking of a heritage business with the pace, mindset and capability of a modern organisation.

Our success is built on skilled people, strong teamwork, and a commitment to quality. From manufacturing, design, logistics, customer service and business support, every role plays an important part in delivering outstanding products and service to our customers.

We are passionate about creating a workplace where people can develop their skills, contribute new ideas, and build rewarding careers. Whether you are just starting out or bringing years of experience, you will join a business that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and investing in its people.

Department Overview

Our mission at Life Kitchens to order is to ensure we provide an industry leading service to our customer base. We will achieve this by manufacturing and dispatching only the highest quality Bespoke Kitchens, on time in full, ensuring each team member is fully responsible for the quality of their work.

It is our vision that Life Kitchens will be the most efficient Bespoke Kitchen manufacturer, by the very nature of bespoke requirements the work type will be extremely varied from simple to complex with multiple components.

Role Summary & Purpose

The bespoke joiner is responsible for completing bespoke carpentry tasks and checking each order, ensuring all components are accounted for and are produced in a manner that aids the painting process when required and that enables easy assembling here at Life kitchens and on site depending on the bespoke requirement. They will ensure each component meets the required quality and specification which will delight our customers.

Preparatory work will be required before components can be supplied for the painting process. Once you have identified a product that needs preparatory work this should be processed. This working needs to be completed to a standard that enables the painting process to be carried out without creating a reject at a later stage.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble bespoke kitchens, cabinetry, custom furniture and door manufacturing
• Read and work from technical drawings and design plans.
• Perform detailed joinery work including fitting, sanding, and finishing.
• Ensure high standards of craftsmanship and quality control.
• Collaborate with the design team to achieve customized solution

Key Accountabilities

The successful candidate is accountable for:

• Adhering to quality, safety, and company standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Essential

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Bench Joiner in bespoke furniture, kitchen, and door manufacturing.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in bespoke door manufacturing, including the use of spindle moulders, tenoning machines, and sanding machines
• Strong skills in woodworking, joinery, and cabinet making.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Good problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing environment.
• PPE requirements as defined by company policy.
• Manual handling/heavy lifting may be required.
• Standing and walking for extended periods may be required.

Company Values

Though our business has grown over the years, our dedication to integrity, empathy, honesty, and authenticity has never changed. These five values alongside our purpose shape every interaction and help us build lasting trust with our customers, teams, and partners.

We’re proud to share the values that define who we are as a business. At the heart of everything we do are five core values — not just words on a page, but guiding principles that shape how we think, act, and grow with purpose.

All employees are expected to always demonstrate company values. They are:

• Customer at the heart
• Accountability
• Pace – Progress over perfection
• One Team
• Innovation without limits

Additional Information

This job description outlines the main duties and responsibilities of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list and may be reviewed and amended in line with business requirements.

Application Guidance

We encourage applicants to ensure their CV and application accurately reflect their own skills, experience, achievements, and career history. While tools such as AI may be used to support formatting, spelling, or grammar, candidates should ensure all content is a genuine and accurate representation of their knowledge, experience, and suitability for the role. Information provided during the recruitment process may be explored in greater detail at interview.

What Happens Next?

Once you’ve submitted your application, our Recruitment & Talent Partner will review your CV and assess your skills, experience, and suitability for the role. As part of this process, we may contact you to obtain additional information, discuss your experience in more detail, or arrange the next stage of the recruitment process.

Suitable applications will then be shared with the Hiring Manager for further consideration.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback at the application stage.

Thank you for your interest in joining The Danesmoor Group. We appreciate the time taken to apply and look forward to learning more about you.