Industrial Sewing Machinist Location: Somerton, Somerset Company: Needles & Pins Aerospace Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £26,000 – £34,000 depending on experience About the Role Needles & Pins Aerospace manufactures high-quality textile and composite components used in specialist engineering and aerospace applications. We are looking for a skilled Sewing Machinist to join our production team. This role involves sewing and assembling precision components using industrial sewing machinery, working from patterns, templates and technical instructions. This is not a clothing or repair role. The work requires accuracy, consistency and pride in workmanship to produce components to defined specifications and tolerances. What You’ll Be Doing • Sewing and assembling components in line with drawings, patterns and specifications • Operating industrial sewing machines (flatbed, walking foot, cylinder arm or similar) • Measuring, marking and cutting materials accurately • Setting up machines, including thread selection and tension adjustments • Inspecting finished work to ensure consistent quality and accuracy • Following work instructions and production documentation • Reporting defects or material issues • Maintaining a clean and organised work area What We’re Looking For Essential • Experience as a sewing machinist, seamstress or textile assembler • Ability to work from patterns, templates or technical instructions • Strong attention to detail and consistent stitch quality • Experience using industrial sewing machines • Reliable, organised and able to work as part of a team Desirable • Experience in upholstery, leather goods, bridal wear or technical textiles • Experience working with specialist or engineered materials • Basic machine setup knowledge (threading, tension, adjustments) • Experience in a manufacturing or quality-controlled environment What We Offer • Competitive salary based on experience • Stable, long-term role in a growing manufacturing business • Opportunity to work on specialist products used in aerospace and engineering • Supportive team environment focused on quality and craftsmanship • Company pension and on-site parking Apply If you have experience in industrial sewing and take pride in producing high-quality work, we would like to hear from you. Apply via our careers page to view the full job description and submit your application.