- Prepare drawings from specifications or determine job requirements by examining drawings and specifications.
- Produce working drawings, jigs, templates or prototypes for production assembly of products using computer technology.
- Select and prepare timber and manufactured board.
- Mark out, cut and shape pieces using saws, chisels, planes, power tools and woodworking machines, including computerised machinery.
- Select correct adhesives for various applications.
- Trim and glue joints and fit parts together to form sections of furniture.
- Place sections in clamps, apply pressure and reinforce joints with staples, dowels, screws or nails.
- Remove sections from clamps and assemble to form completed articles.
- Finish furniture using a range of techniques.
- Fit hinges, locks, catches, glass and mirrors, drawers and shelves.
- Repair damaged furniture and cabinets.
- Supervise apprentices and assist with on the job training.
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- Ability to perform manual tasks.
- Capable of understanding written instructions.
- Able to work to a high level of accuracy.
- Able to carry out basic mathematical calculations.
- Good communication Skills.
- Computer literate.
- Interest in fashion and style.
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This will be dependent
on the job role at which
you enter the industry; however if you have little
or no experience 5 or
more GCSEs at grade
A to C are valued by employers.
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There are no fixed entry level requirements.
Qualifications valued by employers may include:
- GCSE’s, ideally grade A to C
- A Level’s
- NVQ L2/L3 in Furniture Production.
- NVQ L2/L3 Making & Installing Furniture.
- HNC/HND Furniture Making.
- Furniture Apprenticeship and Advanced Apprenticeship.
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