Sewing Machinist — Garment Production (Overlock) | Training

Essential Recruitment; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 37,195,000 - 40,777,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish Fridays

Optional overtime

Full training provided

Friendly environment

Job summary

Essential Recruitment is seeking a Sewing Machinist in Long Eaton to join a busy manufacturing team on a temporary to permanent basis. You will operate overlock machines, join fabric pieces, and ensure high-quality finishes.

Previous sewing machine experience is preferred; training is provided. The role offers 39 hours per week, £14 per hour, with early finish on Fridays and optional overtime within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience operating overlock sewing machines is desirable.
• Upholstery sewing experience would be advantageous.
• Experience sewing clothing, curtains, or other textiles with training provided.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate overlock sewing machines to sew and finish garment seams.
• Accurately join fabric pieces in line with specifications and production requirements.
• Ensure all products meet high-quality sewing and finishing standards.
• Inspect garments for defects, loose threads, and sewing faults.
• Follow patterns, work instructions, and production orders.
• Work towards production targets while maintaining excellent quality standards.
• Set up, thread, and adjust overlock machines for different fabrics and products.
• Carry out basic machine maintenance, including replacing needles and reporting faults.
• Measure and check completed work to ensure accuracy.
• Work with a variety of fabrics, including stretch, woven, and knitted materials.

Skills

Overlock machines

Sewing experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Overlock sewing machines

Job description

Essential Recruitment is seeking a Sewing Machinist in Long Eaton to join a busy manufacturing team on a temporary to permanent basis. You will operate overlock machines, join fabric pieces, and ensure high-quality finishes.

Previous sewing machine experience is preferred; training is provided. The role offers 39 hours per week, £14 per hour, with early finish on Fridays and optional overtime within a supportive team.