Matt Maker
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
We are looking for a Mattress Maker to add to our growing team based in Topsham, Devon.
While we are looking to employ someone with previous experience, training will be provided for our specific product range. Equally we are willing to take on the right person with no mattress making skills who is eager to learn and may have experience in production or assembly line.
The day to day role will include all aspects of mattress manufacturing primarily in our Domestic range, however there may be some crossover with Hotel orders.
The role includes aspects of heavy lifting and all necessary health and safety precautions need to be adhered to. We understand your level of fitness and physical capability to be adequate for these tasks and rely upon you to inform us if this is not the case.
Key Responsibilities: Tape edging experience preferred
Measuring and cutting fabrics and fillings for matt making
Mattress assembly
Tufting mattresses
Tape edging skills desirable
Laminating and cutting raw materials
Using relevant machinery such as cutting knives, sewing machines, tufting and other upholstery tools and machinery.
Inspecting finished mattresses
Adhering to production schedules
Following H&S procedures About you
You have mattress making experience if possible (1 year +)
Production line and/or assembly experience
Preferably have experience tape edging
Youre a proactive problem solver
A team player
You enjoy working with others to get stuff done
Youre hardworking & reliable
An interest in sustainable manufacturing a benefit
Sufficiently fit and able to manoeuvre mattresses and equipment
Details: Our workshop is situated outside Topsham, Devon
Full time based on fixed rota
In person role only
Hourly rate depending on Tape Edge experience, starting £13.50
Overtime rates at 1.5
Discretionary company bonus twice a year
Enhanced leave of 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) (on a pro rata basis)
Additional holiday days the longer youre at Naturalmat
Onsite Parking and canteen
Rota: Monday to Thursday: 7.30am until 5.00pm Friday: 7.30am to 2pm
Perks: Staff discount
Cycle to work scheme
Annual company parties
Access to Employee Assistance Programme
A Naturalmat mattress on us after your first year
A monthly fruit & veg box from our friends at Riverford Organic
Access to either Perkbox or BUPA CashPlan
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
About Naturalmat: Naturalmat is proud to stamp 'made by hand in Devon' on all our products. Originating in the marine industry, our founders Mark Tremlett and Peter Tindall both sail and disliked the synthetic mattresses found on most yachts.
They found natural fibres make the best mattresses and set about designing a range for boats and yachts. The company has since expanded into the Nursery, Home and Hotel market, making beds and mattresses for customers all over the country and internationally.
We are honoured receive the Kings Awards for Sustainable Development in 2026 and certified as a B Corp in 2023. We are a small, but growing team (approximately 70 people) based outside Topsham, Devon and provide an enjoyable place to work. Its exciting times at Naturalmat and we need great people to continue driving this growth.
Everyone's welcome at Naturalmat. We are committed to building diverse and inclusive teams, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to be themselves at work. xsngvjr
Due to the hiring timeline, interviewing will begin before the closing date.