Quality Control Operative
Full Time | Permanent
Be part of 240 years of British knitwear excellence
Play a pivotal role in bringing 240 years of British knitwear heritage to life online.
John Smedley is the worlds oldest manufacturing factory, proudly crafting the finest knitwear in the heart of England since 1784. Our heritage, craftsmanship, and commitment to quality have made us iconic worldwide. We are now looking for a Quality Control Operative to join our team at Lea Mills and help us continue delivering products of the highest standards.
What Youll Do:
Youll play an important part in our quality assurance process. Youll be responsible for booking in work, sewing back neck labels to customer requirements, and ensuring garments meet our exacting standards before they reach our customers.
Book in garments through our production system and check work tickets against requirements.
Sew the correct back neck labels into garments, ensuring accuracy for each customer.
Carry out stitching and label checks throughout the production process.
Support colleagues across the Quality team to maintain workflow and high standards.
Work to agreed daily and weekly outputs while ensuring on-time delivery.
Your Impact:
The quality of your work directly shapes the way our customers experience John Smedley. Every label you sew and every check you complete protects our reputation for excellence, ensuring each garment reflects over 240 years of craftsmanship. By working carefully and consistently, you help us deliver products our customers are proud to wear and keep for generations.
Who you are:
Youre someone who takes pride in detail and enjoys hands-on, practical work. Youre organised, reliable, and motivated to do things well every time. A supportive team player, youre flexible enough to help out where needed, while maintaining professionalism and integrity. Above all, you care about quality and want to be part of a team that sets the highest standards.
Why John Smedley?
* Be part of a globally recognised British heritage brand
* Work in a collaborative and supportive culture
* Training to broaden your skills across the Quality function
* Opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement and shaping the future of our craftsmanship
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