Sewing Machinist

Redline Group Ltd; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent, full-time position

Training and development opportunities

Clean and safe working environment

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Redline Group Ltd is seeking a Sewing Machinist / Industrial Sewing Operative in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. The role involves sewing and assembling cut materials into finished covers and components to high quality standards.

You will operate industrial sewing machines and overlockers within a busy production team, following drawings, templates and work instructions. The position is permanent, full-time with training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience operating industrial sewing machines and overlockers.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, templates and drawings.
• Good attention to detail and pride in quality.
• Strong team player with a flexible attitude and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial sewing machines and overlockers to manufacture finished products.
• Overlock cut parts following established procedures and guidelines.
• Sew cut components into complete items using drawings, templates and work instructions.
• Carry out rework and repairs when required.
• Maintain sewing machines and overlockers, including cleaning and oiling.
• Report equipment faults to Team Leader and maintain product traceability.

Skills

Industrial sewing

Overlockers

Read work instructions

Team player

Detail oriented

Tools

Industrial sewing machines

Overlockers

Job description

Sewing Machinist / Industrial Sewing Operative

Location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

We are currently recruiting for a Sewing Machinist / Industrial Sewing Operative to join a busy production team within a well-established aerospace manufacturing business in Southend-on-Sea.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience operating industrial sewing machines and overlockers, who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and takes pride in producing high-quality products.

The Role

Working within the Machine Shop, you will be responsible for sewing and assembling cut materials into finished covers and components, ensuring all products are manufactured to the required quality standards and specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating industrial sewing machines and overlockers to manufacture finished products.
• Overlocking cut parts following established procedures and training guidelines.
• Sewing cut components into complete items using drawings, templates, work instructions, and sample products.
• Carrying out rework and repairs when required.
• Maintaining sewing machines and overlockers, including routine cleaning and oiling.
• Reporting equipment faults and maintenance issues to the Team Leader.
• Ensuring product traceability is maintained throughout the manufacturing process.
• Supporting colleagues and assisting with additional production tasks when required.
• Maintaining high housekeeping standards across the work area.
• Following all company quality, health & safety, and manufacturing procedures.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Sewing Machinist, Industrial Sewing Operator, Seamstress, Upholstery Sewer, Textile Operative, or Manufacturing Sewing Operator.
• Experience using industrial sewing machines and overlockers.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, templates, and drawings.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Strong team player with a positive and flexible attitude.
• Understanding of health and safety within a manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace, automotive, upholstery, textile, or manufacturing experience would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Permanent, full-time position.
• Opportunity to join a growing and well-respected manufacturing business.
• Supportive team environment.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Clean and safe working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you have experience in industrial sewing, textile manufacturing, upholstery, or sewing machine operation and are looking for your next opportunity in Southend-on-Sea, we'd love to hear from you.