Sewing Machinist

Sewing Machinist
Pay: £12.71 - £13.50 per hour (depending on experience)
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday- 8am to 2.30pm

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sewing Machinist to join a busy manufacturing team producing high-quality upholstered furniture. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has excellent attention to detail, and enjoys working in a fast-paced production environment. Successful candidate will have previous experience using industrial sewing machines and be confident sewing a range of upholstery fabrics and materials to a consistently high standard. Experience within the furniture or upholstery industry is highly desirable, although candidates with strong industrial sewing experience from other manufacturing sectors will also be considered.


Key Responsibilities:

• Operate a range of industrial sewing machines safely and efficiently.
• Sew fabric, leather, and other upholstery materials to production specifications.
• Assemble and stitch furniture covers and upholstery components with precision.
• Read and interpret production drawings, patterns, and work instructions.
• Carry out quality checks throughout the sewing process to ensure products meet company standards.
• Identify and report any material defects or quality concerns.
• Work closely with upholsterers and other production team members to ensure smooth workflow.
• Meet daily production targets while maintaining exceptional quality.
• Perform basic machine maintenance, including cleaning and changing needles where required.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area in line with health and safety procedures.

Requirements:

• Previous experience operating industrial sewing machines is essential.
• Experience sewing upholstery, furniture, or heavy-duty fabrics is preferred.
• Furniture manufacturing experience is highly advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality workmanship.
• Ability to work from patterns, measurements, and production instructions.
• Good hand-eye coordination and excellent manual dexterity.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work efficiently to production deadlines.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate of £12.71 - £13.50, depending on experience.
• Stable, long-term employment within a well-established manufacturing environment.
• Supportive team environment.
• Weekly Pay

If you have industrial sewing experience and take pride in producing quality work, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to become part of a skilled manufacturing team where your experience and attention to detail will be valued.