Production Operative - Sewer/Seamstress for Quilting and Border Produc
Production Operative - Sewer/Seamstress for Quilting and Border Production APPLY NOW
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate industrial sewing machines to produce quilted panels and borders for mattresses.
- Sew and assemble materials according to production specifications and quality standards.
- Work with a variety of fabrics, including those used for mattress quilting and borders.
- Perform routine maintenance and adjustments on sewing machines to ensure smooth operations.
- Inspect finished materials for defects and ensure high-quality output.
- Collaborate with the production team to meet daily and weekly production targets.
- Maintain a clean and organized workstation to uphold health and safety standards.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Sewer/Seamstress in a manufacturing or textile production environment.
- Proficiency in operating industrial sewing machines, particularly for quilting and border production.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality work at a consistent pace.
- Familiarity with different fabric types and sewing techniques.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to meet production deadlines.
- Physical ability to sit and work at a sewing machine for extended periods.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in mattress manufacturing or a similar industry.
- Knowledge of sewing machine maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Understanding of quilting patterns and design.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with potential for overtime.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- On-the-job training and opportunities for skill development.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £11.44-£13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25.5 – 42.5 per week
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ossett: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience in mattress manufacturing?
- Do you have understanding of quilting patterns and designs?
Experience:
Sewing: 1 year (required)