Furniture Production Operator

Location: France

Salary: €3,100-3,410/month

Job type: Full-time

Experience: Entry

Openings: 24

Contract duration: 1 year

About this role

Operate CNC routing machines and edge-banding lines for furniture parts. Sand, trim and finish wooden panels to dimensional tolerance. Assemble flat-pack furniture subassemblies using pneumatic nailers. Check surface quality and apply touch-up coatings as required. Pack finished furniture components into protective packaging.

Schedule: 2-shift rotation (06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00).
Contract: 1 year renewable.

Working in France
France's second-largest economy in Europe drives steady demand in construction, food processing, automotive and warehouse logistics. A work visa with OFII validation on arrival is standard; processing typically runs 8 to 12 weeks plus the in-country OFII step. Outside Paris and the Côte d'Azur, cost of living is moderate; cities like Lyon, Lille and Toulouse host major industrial employers. France has long-established communities from Vietnam, North Africa and South Asia, especially in Île-de-France and the south.

What this role looks like day-to-day
A typical shift involves hands-on production work alongside a small team, with clear daily targets set by a line supervisor. Breaks, equipment, uniforms and PPE are provided. This role fits workers who are physically fit, reliable on shift, and willing to learn the local processes during the initial 2-4 week training period.

Who fits and how to apply
27 positions are open on this contract, with a 1 year renewable agreement and pay between €3,100-3,410/month. This is an entry-level role — the employer provides paid training during onboarding. On language: Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site. Contract benefits include accommodation, meals, uniform, employer-provided accommodation, work permit and visa support. CHI Recruiting handles document preparation, employer match, work permit and visa filing — full paid recruitment service with transparent pricing disclosed before you commit.

Job reference: CHI-7B4F3C4A.

Requirements

Skills

Benefits & Perks

Language requirements

Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site

FAQ

What does the work permit and visa process look like for France?

Processing typically runs 8-12 plus OFII validation once your documents are in order (passport, education attestation, police clearance, medical fitness). CHI Recruiting handles the employer-side application; the worker pays government fees (medical, embassy, document chain) which are disclosed transparently up front.

What language level is needed at the plant?

For this specific role: Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site. Most multinational plants run in English on the floor with simplified communication and pictogram safety signs. Free or subsidised on-site language classes are common after month 1.

What are typical work hours and breaks like?

Standard schedule is 40 hours per week with 30-45 minute paid lunch and two short breaks. Specifics are in the offer letter.

Do I need previous experience for this Furniture Production Operator?

No prior experience is required for this position. Paid on-the-job training runs through your first 2-4 weeks at the plant, after which you operate independently with periodic supervision. Workers from any blue-collar background adapt smoothly.

What about the climate and lifestyle in France?

Mild — varies by region. Worker accommodation is centrally heated. France has growing migrant-worker communities, especially in industrial cities. Free time activities, religious facilities, halal/vegetarian food access — these vary by city and CHI Recruiting briefs every worker pre-departure.

What is included in the contract for this Furniture Production Operator?

Salary is €3,100-3,410/month. Contract is 1 year renewable. This intake covers 27 placements. Most contracts in our partner network include shared accommodation, meals on shift, work uniform and PPE — confirmed on the offer letter.

To apply, visit the live page: https://chirecruiting.com/jobs/furniture-production-operator-france-7b4f3c4a