Trainee Machinist

The Company

Stamco Hoppings is an importing, manufacturing and wholesale distribution business that supplies a range of timber, boards and wood flooring products to timber and builders merchants, construction companies and a variety of manufacturers across a large area of the South of England.
Stamco-Hoppings was formed in April 2022 when Hoppings Softwood Products Ltd business was acquired by The Sussex Turnery and Moulding Company (Stamco), this acquisition merged two established companies with very similar commercial principals, visions and goals. Stamco-Hoppings operates from three sites North and South of London, Hastings (Sussex), Epping (Essex) and Lingfield (Surrey) and we employ over 75 employees.
At Stamco Hoppings, we have a deep respect and appreciation for our customers, and this has been the driving force behind our growth and our strategy. We are dedicated to our people and our continued focus is to supply quality softwood products, in convenient quantities and competitive prices.
Stamco Hoppings is proud to be part of the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG). IBMG is the largest independent merchant group in the South of England operating through five core divisions (Builders Merchants, Timber, Plumbing & Heating, Roofing and Electrical), primarily serving trade customers with an extensive range of products. IBMG has over 170 branches extending from Penzance to Margate, generating revenues in excess of £650 million and are supported by over 2,200 colleagues.
Due to the continued success and expansion of our business, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Machinist to join our team at Epping.

The Role

We have an opportunity to train to become a Wood Machinist at our depot in Epping, Essex.

Job Responsibilities:

• Learning to operate wood-working machinery and tooling
• Learning how to operate all handling equipment
• Maintenance of stock and appropriate paperwork
• Maintaining a clean and safe environment
• Learn to operating Bandsaw and crosscuts
• Manual handling and stacking of Timber products
• Carrying out other tasks and duties as required

We will provide on the job training for all aspects of this role

Specific Experience & Skills Required

• Open to learn new skills
• Ability to demonstrate a good understanding of health and safety
• Flexibility to carry out a variety of roles
• An ability to prioritise your workload
• Punctual and reliable with a good work ethic

The Hours

40 hours per week - Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

The Rewards

Joining us means joining the leading and largest Independent Builders Merchant in the South of England. We provide training, support, and opportunities for career progression through our commitment to creating a great work environment where youre encouraged to be and do your best.

Youll be joining a friendly and welcoming team. We offer an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive salary, pension, bonus scheme, employee assistance programme, perks membership and staff discount.