Production Operative - Kitting

DFS FURNITURE LTD; Somercotes CP; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30% colleague discount

15% friends & family discount

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Job summary

DFS Furniture Ltd in Lincoln House Woodmill is seeking a Production Operative for the Kitting team. You will pick and prepare timber, CNC components, fixings and materials to assemble complete kits for production lines.

You will maintain stock accuracy, follow health and safety procedures and work with colleagues to keep production running smoothly. Prior warehouse experience helps but is not essential.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and numeracy skills are important in this role.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Team player with a proactive approach.

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.
• Following health and safety procedures.

Job description

As a Production Operative in our Kitting team at our Lincoln House Woodmill, you'll be a key part of the manufacturing process, ensuring our production teams have everything they need to build the quality sofa frames that form the foundation of every DFS sofa. You'll accurately pick and prepare timber, CNC-machined components, fixings and other materials, creating complete kits that are delivered to the right production area at the right time. By keeping materials organised and readily available, you'll help production run efficiently, minimise delays and maintain the high standards of quality we're known for. Working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, you'll collaborate closely with colleagues across the Woodmill, maintain accurate stock levels, and ensure your work area remains safe, clean and organised. With a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach, you'll play an important role in helping us create furniture that our customers will enjoy for years to come.

What you'll be doing:

• 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.
• Has excellent attention to detail and solid numeracy skills
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Can work accurately and efficiently.
• Is physically fit and comfortable with manual handling throughout the shift.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Has a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Can follow instructions and work to production deadlines.
• Previous warehouse, stores or manufacturing experience is helpful but not essential.

It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home and thats 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.

You'll enjoy a two-week shutdown every July at the start of the summer holidays, a week off at Christmas, and we don't work bank holidays, giving you even more time to relax, recharge and spend with the people who matter most.

Competitive Pay & Work-Life Balance:

£25,866 per year (Weekly pay)

Morning Shift Monday to Thursday : 6:00 am 1:50 pm ,Friday : 6:00 am 2:05 pm

Location : Wimsey Way, Somercotes DE554LS

Growth and Training:

Learn new skills and develop your career with us.

Benefits:

• A huge 30% colleague discount, plus 15% friends & family discount across our Group (DFS, Sofology, Dwell)
• Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional holidays each year
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• 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
• Group Pension Scheme
• Group Sharesave Scheme
• Life Assurance & Company Sick Pay
• Full comprehensive training
• Paid days to volunteer each year