Wood Turner Cover Letter Template

Dear Hiring Manager, I’ve spent the last eight years turning and finishing timber for small batch runs, and I’ve found that the right setup makes all the difference. In my last role I set up the lathe, adjusting speeds and feeds for each species to minimise tear-out. A recent run with hardwoods produced a finish that required only light sanding, saving a couple of hours on prep and increasing consistency across pieces. I’m aiming to bring that level of reliability to [Company Name]. My day-to-day revolves around turning techniques, stock preparation and tool handling. I’m comfortable reading plans, marking stock, and ensuring every piece is balanced before turning. I’ve worked with planning and cutting wood, sanding prep, and using bench tools safely to keep the workflow steady. I’m drawn to your team because of the emphasis on precise shaping and a clean finish. There was a project at [Previous Company] where we had a batch of spalted maple that warped after roughing. I adjusted the setup, rebalanced the stock, and swapped to a finer grit mid-task. The pieces came out true and ready for final finishing, and the client was happy with the uniform grain across the run. Significantly improved throughput without compromising surface quality. I’d welcome the chance to discuss how my hands-on approach and steady pace can fit in at [Company Name]. I’m available for a chat this week or next and can bring samples and notes from recent work. Kind regards, [Your Name]