Production Operative - Stitching | Manufacturing & Textiles | Cambridgeshire | £33- £35k

Mercury Search and Selection; St Helens; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in custom manufacturing is seeking a Production Operative specializing in stitching for their Cambridgeshire location. The role involves cutting textiles, operating industrial sewing machines, and ensuring quality control in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and operational experience with finishing machinery.

Qualifications

• Experience operating finishing machinery including stitchers.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to high-quality work.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Precisely cut textiles according to production plans.
• Operate sewing machines and conduct basic maintenance.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain production targets.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work in a team

Reliability

Flexibility

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Finishing machinery

Job description

Production Operative - Stitching | Manufacturing & Textiles | Cambridgeshire | £33- £35k

You will be working for a global custom manufacturing partner specialising in design and technology driven solutions for branded experiences. They are an award winning, large format printer who’s speciality is larger projects and dye sublimated textiles. They leverage large format sewing and finishing capabilities, along with advanced manufacturing processes, to deliver high-quality, custom fabric products.

You will be responsible for:

• Precisely cutting textiles according to production plans and operating industrial sewing machines
• Operating machinery and performing basic maintenance and troubleshooting of sewing machinery to ensure optimal performance
• Collaborating effectively with team members and supervisors to maintain a smooth workflow and meet production targets
• Sewing textile prints of different sizes and on various substrates
• Conducting quality checks on finished products

Key attributes required:

• Experience operating a range of finishing machinery, including stitchers
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced production environment
• Strong communications skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A reliable, punctual, and flexible approach to working hours

If you are ready to apply your stitching expertise to create high-quality, impactful fabric solutions with a global leader, we encourage you to apply!