Production Operative (AM Shift)

DFS; Somercotes CP; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK sofa retailer is seeking a Production Operative for their Lincoln House Factory. This full-time role offers a starting salary of £24,848 and provides opportunities for skill development in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will thrive in fast-paced and physically demanding settings and enjoy working as part of a team. No previous experience is necessary, just a willingness to learn and progress in the manufacturing process.

Benefits

Overtime paid at time and a third

30% colleague discount

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Access to discounts with major retailers

Discounted Gym and Cinema memberships

Progression and Development opportunities

Group Pension Scheme

Life Assurance & Company Sick Pay

Qualifications

• Manual lifting and physical stamina are required.
• No prior experience required, just a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Ensure materials and products availability throughout the factory.
• Learn factory processes and gain specialized skills over time.

Skills

Teamwork

Good communication skills

Stamina for lifting

Job description

Your new role

Location: Lincoln House Factory, Alfreton, DE55 4QQ

Hours: Full Time. 39 hours per week.

Shifts: Early -

Mon - Thu 06: 00 - 13:50 Fri - 06:00 - 14:05

Salary: £24,848 per annum

What you'll be doing

We are seeking a Production Operative to join our dynamic manufacturing team at our Lincoln House Factory on a permanent basis. This role offers an opportunity to start a rewarding career with DFS. As a Production Operative, you will learn the factory processes and the materials needed to manufacture our furniture.

Initially, your responsibilities will include ensuring that materials and products are available throughout the factory, which will involve significant manual lifting and require stamina. As you become proficient in your role and gain a deeper understanding of the products, you can choose to develop specialized skills such as upholstery or sewing, providing you with excellent opportunities for growth and increased earnings.

No prior experience is necessary only a desire to succeed and a willingness to learn.

The role is for you if...

• You thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Enjoy working in a physically demanding environment which involves heavy lifting
• Enjoy working as part of a team
• Have good communication skills
• Would like to progress and learn other areas of the Manufacturing process

About DFS

It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home and that’s just what we do at DFS. We’re the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping people find a comfy seat on their great‑quality sofas since 1969.

We’re a market leader in the UK because of one thing: our people. Our people made us who we are and will drive us into our ambitious future, together. We offer incredible opportunities to get stuck into fun and meaningful work as well as learn new skills so you can really find your thing.

DFS Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer; celebrating diversity and committed to a culture of inclusion and belonging. We extend a warm welcome to everyone, embracing a variety of voices and perspectives. As we continue to work on building a workplace that is representative of the customers we serve and the communities we live and work in, we strongly encourage applications from members of minority and under‑represented groups. Across the Group, we want to create an environment where everyone feels at home.

DFS Benefits

We want you to really feel at home at DFS, with the support you need to do your best work, as well as a range of great benefits :

• Overtime paid at time and a third
• A huge 30% colleague discount, plus 15% friends & family discount across our Group (DFS, Sofology, Dwell)
• Holiday allowance the time you need to rest and relax (and the longer you’re with us, the more time you’ll get!)
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave to give you the time you need to settle in with your new family member
• Access to a range of high street & online discounts from : Sainsburys, ASOS, Currys PC World, IKEA, John Lewis and more.
• Discounted Gym and Cinema memberships to help you unwind
• Progression and Development opportunities to grow your skills
• Group Pension Scheme
• Group Sharesave Scheme
• Life Assurance & Company Sick Pay