Senior Salmon are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Sewing Machinist to join their growing production team in Staveley.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced sewing machinist looking to develop new skills and build a long-term career. Full training will be provided in plastic welding, allowing you to progress into a dual-skilled role within a well-established and supportive manufacturing environment.
Working within the production team, you will be involved in the manufacture of high-quality glamping tents, tipis and a wide range of bespoke fabric products.
The Role
- Operating lockstitch and overlock sewing machines
- Manufacturing glamping products, tipis and other fabric-based products
- Using manual and mechanical cutting equipment
- Operating eyeleting and associated machinery
- Learning and carrying out plastic welding duties following training
- Producing basic patterns when required
- Organising materials ready for production
- Packaging finished products for dispatch
- Carrying out basic machinery maintenance and cleaning
- Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment
- Following health and safety procedures at all times
- Supporting different areas of production as business demands require
What We're Looking For
- Previous sewing machinist experience preferred
- A positive and flexible attitude towards learning new skills
- Good attention to detail and quality standards
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- A proactive approach with a strong work ethic
- A willingness to work across both sewing and welding departments as required
Working Hours
Monday to Friday
08:00am - 5:00pm
42.5 hours per week
Flexibility will be required during busy seasonal periods, which may involve occasional early starts, late finishes and weekend working.
Benefits
- Permanent, full-time position
- Full training provided in plastic welding
- 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Christmas shutdown
- Company pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Employee discount programme
- Free onsite parking
- Casual dress
- Supportive and friendly team environment
- Genuine opportunity to expand your skillset and progress your career
The Ideal Candidate
Our client values individuals with a positive attitude and a willingness to contribute to the team. Successful applicants will demonstrate:
- A "can-do" attitude
- A willingness to learn and develop
- Flexibility within a busy manufacturing environment
- A proactive approach to problem-solving
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