Edge Banding Machine Operator

CONFIDENTIAL

Manufacturing

Shai Hills

Full-time

2 years

Qualified

Posting expires Aug 29, 2026


  • Location: Shai Industrial Park , Shai Hills, Greater Accra

  • Department: Production

About Us

We craft bespoke luxury kitchens and wardrobes using premium materials and flawless finishes. Every detail matters to us, and the edge band is where a panel goes from “good” to “luxury.” If you have steady hands, an eye for detail, and take pride in perfect seams, we want you on our team.

Role Overview

The Edge Band Operator is responsible for applying edge banding to all cabinet components with zero defects. You’ll run our automatic/through-feed edge banding machine to seal panels for kitchens, wardrobes, and custom furniture. In luxury manufacturing, the edge is the first thing a client touches — it has to be perfect every time.

Key Responsibilities

  • Machine Operation: Set up, operate, and monitor automatic edge banding machine for PVC, ABS, acrylic, veneer, and 3D/softform edge tapes from 0.4mm to 3mm

  • Setup & Programming: Load correct edge material, set machine parameters for speed, temperature, glue, pressure rollers, trimming and buffing units according to job specs

  • Material Prep & Loading: Receive cut panels from beam saw/CNC, check sizes, and feed panels accurately to maintain flow and avoid damage

  • Quality Control: Inspect finished edges for glue voids, overhang, chipping, burn marks, and color match. Ensure corner radius and flush trimming meet luxury tolerances

  • Glue & Maintenance: Monitor hot-melt glue levels, clean glue pot, perform daily cleaning of feed chains, trimmers, and buffing wheels. Report any mechanical issues

  • Waste Reduction: Optimize edge tape usage and minimize material waste and rework

  • Documentation: Track production output, material consumption, and log defects for continuous improvement

  • Safety & Housekeeping: Follow all machine safety procedures, use PPE, and keep work area clean and organized to 5S standards

  • Teamwork: Coordinate with Beam Saw, CNC, and Assembly teams to meet daily production targets Requirements

Experience

  • Minimum 2 years operating an automatic edge banding machine in furniture, kitchen, or wardrobe production.

Technical Skills

  • Ability to read cutting lists and technical drawings.

  • Understand different edge materials and glue types

  • Attention to Detail, obsessive about clean seams, no glue lines, and perfect color matching. This is luxury — there’s no “close enough”

  • Ability to troubleshoot common issues like glue starvation, tape misalignment, and trimmer adjustments

  • Able to lift and maneuver panels up to 20kg and stand for full shifts

  • Knowledge of workshop safety and machine guarding

  • Experience with pre-milling, corner rounding, and PUR glue systems

  • Experience working with high-gloss acrylic and veneer edges

  • Basic mechanical skills for minor adjustment.

What We Offer

  • Competitive Salary + performance bonus

  • On-the-job training on new edge banding technology and luxury finishing standards

  • Career Growth, Path to Senior Operator or Production Lead

  • Modern factory with dust extraction, PPE, and focus on safety

  • A team that values craftsmanship, precision, and respect

How to Apply

  • Send your CV, plus any certificates or references from previous workshop roles to: jobstkhrservices@gmail.com

  • Subject line: Edge Banding Machine Operator

  • Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a practical cutting test at our factory in Shai Industrial Park, Shai Hills, Accra.

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