Production Operative Full Time | Permanent £24,784.50 Per Annum 32 Days Holiday Be part of 240 years of British knitwear excellence Are you organised, detail-focused, and enjoy hands-on work in a production environment? At John Smedley, weve been crafting the worlds finest knitwear for over two centuries. Every stage of our production process is vital and our Seaming Room team plays a key role in ensuring each garment is prepared, processed, and finished to the highest standard. Were looking for a Seaming Room Operative / Production Operative to join our manufacturing team. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a structured, process-driven environment and takes pride in accuracy and quality. Full training will be provided. What Youll Do: As a Seaming Room Operative, youll: Receive trimmings and store them correctly until required for production. Move cages of work from previous processes and scan works tickets accurately. Check works tickets to ensure all required trimmings are available before pairing with garments. Weigh garments and trimmings, then scan and log weights correctly. Prepare and pass work through to the Wash department, separating by gauge and fibre type. Support other areas of production during quieter periods. Maintain an organised, clean, and efficient working environment. Who You Are: Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Comfortable working in a fast-paced production setting. A team player who supports colleagues and wider operations. Able to follow processes accurately and consistently. Proactive, reliable, and takes pride in high-quality work. Skills & Experience Youll Bring: Desired: Experience in a manufacturing or textile environment. Familiarity with production processes or stock handling. Essential: Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Ability to follow instructions and work to process-driven tasks. Willingness to learn and develop new skills. Why John Smedley? Be part of a globally recognised British heritage brand. Full training provided to support your development. Work in a supportive, collaborative production environment. Competitive salary and benefits package. Generous employee discount on our luxury knitwear. 32 days holiday (including bank holidays). Free on-site parking. Access to wellbeing programmes and Culture Club activities. ?? Ready to learn a craft and be part of something exceptional? Apply now and start your journey with John Smedley.