Date posted: 24.04.2025 Upholstery Sewing Machinist Workshop Leicester, UK Application deadline[...]

Soane Britain; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A fine furniture manufacturer in Leicester is seeking an experienced Upholstery Sewing Machinist to join their team. The role involves precise cutting, cushion cover making, and both machine and hand stitching, ensuring high-quality finishes for handmade upholstered furniture. Ideal candidates should have a keen eye for detail, self-motivation, and a willingness to work collaboratively in a small team environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to an esteemed workshop known for excellence in craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• Experience in upholstery sewing with a focus on cutting and stitching.
• Ability to achieve high standards in a small team environment.
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated with a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform precise cutting for upholstery projects.
• Make cushion covers and prepare cushion inners.
• Stitch using machines and by hand for quality finishes.

Skills

Precision cutting

Cushion cover making

Machine stitching

Hand stitching

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Upholstery Sewing Machinist to join our upholstery workshop in Thurmaston, Leicester. The position involves precise cutting, cushion cover making, cushion inner preparation and machine and hand stitching, ready for upholstery by our highly skilled craftspeople who are making fine handmade upholstered furniture.

Due to the nature of the small team at the workshop the role will require a can-do attitude, and the candidate must not be afraid to get stuck in with the task at hand, be enthusiastic and self-motivated. This role is suitable for someone with an eye for detail and the ability to achieve the excellent standards for which the workshop is well known.