Location: Telford, TF7
Pay Rate: £14.50 per hour (rising to £15.50)
Hours:
* Monday – Thursday: 07:30 – 16:15
* Friday: 07:30 – 13:15
KPI Recruiting are currently recruiting for a skilled Upholsterer to join a well-established office furniture manufacturer based in Telford (TF7).
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced upholsterer looking for long-term, stable work within a professional manufacturing environment.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Upholsterer with hands-on experience in soft office furniture, including chairs, sofas, panels, and workstations. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, reliable, and capable of producing high-quality work to commercial standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Upholster and re-upholster soft office furniture such as chairs, sofas, benches, and panels
* Cut, sew, stretch, and fix fabric, leather, or vinyl accurately
* Read and understand upholstery drawings, measurements, and work instructions
* Repair frames, padding, springs, and foam as required
* Ensure consistent quality, finish, and comfort standards
* Operate upholstery tools and machinery safely and efficiently
* Maintain a clean and organised work area
* Work closely with production teams to meet deadlines and output targets
Required Skills & Experience
* Minimum 2 years’ upholstery experience (office furniture preferred)
* Strong knowledge of upholstery materials, foams, fabrics, and finishes
* Excellent attention to detail and hand-eye coordination
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Physically fit for manual work
Desirable (Not Essential)
* Experience with commercial or modular office furniture
* Ability to work on custom or made-to-order furniture
* Experience using industrial sewing machines
Working Environment
* Factory / workshop setting
* Full-time role on a temp-to-perm basis
Pay & Benefits
* £14.50 per hour, rising to £15.50 per hour
* Weekly pay every Friday
* 28 days annual leave
* 2 weeks’ notice required to book holiday
* Excellent temp-to-perm opportunity
On-Site Facilities
* Canteen
* Free tea, coffee, and sugar
* Free hot drinks vending machine
* Snack vending machine
* Free car parking
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV today or contact Hayley Smith at KPI Recruiting on 01270 589943 for more details.
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