Kitting Production Operative — Morning Shift & Growth

DFS; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two-week shutdown July

Week off at Christmas

No bank holidays

Staff discount 30%

Friends & family discount

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Job summary

DFS is seeking a Production Operative in our Kitting team at Lincoln House Woodmill. You’ll be a key part of the manufacturing process, creating complete kits that feed the production areas and support high-quality sofa frames.

You’ll pick timber and CNC‑machined components, deliver kits to the right teams, maintain stock levels and keep your area clean and safe, while working closely with colleagues to keep production running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Solid numeracy skills.
• Enjoys fast-paced manufacturing work.
• Able to work accurately and efficiently.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual handling.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Willing to learn and follow instructions.
• Experience in warehouse/manufacturing is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Picking materials and components from stock using works orders.
• Preparing complete kits ready for production.
• Delivering materials safely and efficiently to manufacturing teams.
• Checking parts for accuracy and quality before they reach production.
• Maintaining accurate stock levels and reporting shortages.
• Keeping work areas clean, tidy and organised.
• Working closely with colleagues across the factory to ensure production runs smoothly.
• Following all health and safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Teamwork

Willing to learn

Follow instructions

Job description

DFS is seeking a Production Operative in our Kitting team at Lincoln House Woodmill. You’ll be a key part of the manufacturing process, creating complete kits that feed the production areas and support high-quality sofa frames.

You’ll pick timber and CNC‑machined components, deliver kits to the right teams, maintain stock levels and keep your area clean and safe, while working closely with colleagues to keep production running smoothly.