Advanced furniture CNC technician

Manufacturing furniture and furniture components, such as desk lids, doors, casings or legs, using Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) machinery to perform precision tasks.

Typical duration

2 years

Training funded

up to £11,000

Route

Engineering and manufacturing

Standard ref

ST0655

Role overview

An advanced furniture CNC technician programmes, sets up, and operates computer numerically controlled (CNC) machinery to manufacture high-quality furniture components to precise specifications. Apprentices learn to read technical drawings, write and edit CNC programmes, and maintain machines to ensure consistent quality in a furniture production environment. This role can lead to CNC programmer, production supervisor, or technical specialist positions.