Textile Manufacturing - Production Operative - KNITTING THIS IS A FACTORY POSITION. THERE ARE NO REMOTE OR HOMEWORKING OPTIONS. ONLY PEOPLE WHO CAN AND WILL TRAVEL TO OUR FACTORY FOR THE INTERVIEW PROCESS AND FOR WORK WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR SHORTLISTING AND INTERVIEWS. We are looking for a person to work at our Matlock Factory located in the Lea Bridge Area of Matlock. The successful applicant will work in our KNITTING AREA. Our ideal candidate will have experience of working in a factory or production environment, however we are willing to provide training for individuals without experience. You will work as part of a wider team on our knitting machines to manufacture both fine gauge and chunky knitted garments. The role involves inputting information into our commercial knitting machines and loading them with yarn to produce knitwear. You will be required to follow a production plan and work to standard operating procedures. This includes ensuring that quality standards are met and also using computers and hand held devices. The role involves standing, lifting, bending, twisting and considerable amounts of walking between the machines during each shift. There is regular lifting and manual handling. You will be punctual and reliable with an eye for detail and you will be passionate about quality and our brand. This is a shift work role. The successful candidate must be willing to move onto three shifts (Days 6am - 2pm and Noons 2pm - 10pm and nights 10pm to 6am) on a rota basis as required. We value our employees and can offer: Basic starting salary plus unsocial shift allowance. There is currently a quality bonus but please be aware that our bonus schemes may change and cannot be guaranteed. We can also offer on-site parking. Subsidised canteen with vending machines as well as facilities to heat food. Working in a friendly family business with an active works council group who organise events and activities throughout the year and support local charities. Generous staff discounts. Pay & remuneration starting rate of £23,625 increasing to £26,775 plus unsocial and bonus where applicable 32 days a year holiday active works council onsite parking generous staff discount on our products training and development opportunities Subsidised canteen John Smedley Ltd is the oldest continuously operating manufacturer in the world, producing knitwear from their Lea Mills, Derbyshire factory since 1784 and at our Yorkshire site in Armthorpe, Doncaster.