Pay: £13.50 per hour
Job Description:
Job Title: Sewing Machinist (Upholstery)
Location: Long Eaton NG10
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £13.50
Shift: 6:30-16:30 Mon-Thurs overtime Friday 6:00-11:00 (paid at standard rate)
Role Overview
We are looking for a skilled Sewing Machinist with experience in upholstery work, including furniture, seat covers, and cushions. The ideal candidate will be confident working with a variety of materials and capable of producing neat, consistent, and high-quality finishes.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate industrial sewing machines to produce upholstery items
* Sew and assemble fabric, leather, and other materials for furniture and seating
* Interpret job sheets, patterns, and technical drawings
* Cut and prepare materials when required
* Ensure high standards of quality and accuracy in all work
* Carry out basic machine maintenance and report any faults
* Work collaboratively with upholsterers and production staff
Requirements
* Proven experience as a sewing machinist, ideally within upholstery
* Strong ability to sew straight, consistent seams on heavy materials
* Experience working with fabrics, leather, vinyl, and foam-backed materials
* Good attention to detail and craftsmanship
* Ability to work independently and meet production deadlines
* Familiarity with industrial sewing machines
Desirable Skills
* Pattern cutting experience
* Knowledge of furniture construction or upholstery processes
* Experience in bespoke or made-to-order production
What We Offer
* Competitive pay based on experience
* Stable, long-term employment
* Friendly and supportive working environment
* Opportunities for skill development and progression
How to Apply
Please apply with your CV.
Frontline Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and acts as an employment business for this vacancy. We may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.
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Work Location: In person