Sewing Machinist

DFS Furniture PLC; Somercotes CP, Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sewing Machinist to join its dynamic manufacturing team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to build a rewarding career while working with various materials and sewing techniques. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, where your efforts are recognized and rewarded through a piecework pay structure. With a commitment to employee development, the company provides numerous benefits, including enhanced leave and discounts. Join a team where your contributions help create homes filled with comfort and style.

Benefits

Holiday Allowance

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

High Street Discounts

Discounted Gym Membership

Discounted Cinema Membership

Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with sewing machines and various materials is essential.
• Ability to thrive in a target-driven, fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate sewing machines to produce high-quality products.
• Work collaboratively with the manufacturing team to meet targets.

Skills

Sewing Machine Operation

Material Handling

Team Collaboration

Target Achievement

Fast-Paced Work Adaptability

Tools

Lockstitch Machine

Overlock Machine

Zipper Machine

Job description

Location: 7 Birchwood Way, Somercotes, Alfreton, DE55 4QQ

Hours:Full Time. 39 hours per week.

Shifts: Mon - Wed 14:00 - 12:20, Thu - 14:00 - 12:05 (4 day working week)

Salary: You will be paid an initial training rate until you are up to speed, you will then be paid piecework (so you will be rewarded for the more you machine)

What you'll be doing

We're looking for a Sewing Machinist to join our fast paced Manufacturing team at our Berkeley Magna manufacturing site on a permanent basis.A Sewing Machinist is a role to start building a rewarding career and making yourself at DFS.

A Sewing Machinist at DFS is a fantastic opportunity to be highly rewarded for the effort that you put in to the role. Our Sewing Machinists have experience of lockstitch, overlock and zipping and have the ability to work in a high volume environment.

The role is for you if...

• You have experience of using sewing machines and working with different materials.
• You will need to enjoy working in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
• You thrive in a target based environment
• Eager to learn
• Enjoy working in a team

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’.

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:

• 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: Sainsbury’s, 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
• Salary You will be paid an initial training rate £14ph DOE until you are up to speed, you will then be paid piecework (so you will be rewarded for the more you machine) OTE £17 per hour
• Frequency Annual
• Contract Type Full Time
• Closing Date 29 May, 2025
• Job Category Manufacturing
• Business Unit Manufacturing