Location: Plympton, UK | Hours: Monday–Friday, 08:45–16:45
We are looking for a skilled Industrial Sewing Machinist to join our friendly, award-winning, family-run business. This is a permanent position, with flexible working options (2–5 days per week, Monday to Friday (must include Monday & Friday).
About the Role
You will be sewing a wide range of light fabrics, including:
* Polycotton
* Cotton
* Coolmax
* Skrim-backed velour
* Super-soft velour
* Cotton jersey
Using a variety of machines such as:
* Flat bed
* Overlockers
* Binding machines
Our sewing department produces high-quality covers for pillows, wedges, mattress toppers, back rests, duvets, toppers and more. You can see examples of our products at
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
* Industrial sewing experience (essential)
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy
* A friendly, hard-working, team-focused attitude
* The ability to learn new tasks quickly and with minimal errors
At interview stage, candidates will be asked to complete a short sewing test with our Head Machinist.
About Us
We are Putnams, a family business established in 1979. In 2019, we proudly won the Plymouth Herald Family Business of the Year and were finalists in the Western Morning News Family Business Awards. You'll be joining a supportive team of dedicated machinists in our busy factory.
Hours & Benefits
* Hours: 08:45–16:45
* 2 x 10-minute paid tea breaks
* 1 x 30-minute unpaid lunch break
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £13.53 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 37.5 per week
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person