Upholsterer

Pertemps Bond; Halford CP; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Bond is recruiting an experienced Upholsterer for a growing furniture manufacturing team in Telford. You will upholster a range of products from frames to finished pieces, delivering high craftsmanship and precise finishes.

Daily tasks include upholstering with foam, fabric or leather, cutting materials to size, fitting webbing and springs, and following job sheets to production schedules. Hours are Monday to Friday 07:30–16:30 with an early finish on Fridays; contract is Temp-to-Perm.

Qualifications

• Proven upholstery experience using traditional or modern techniques.
• Ability to read job sheets and follow instructions.
• Good physical stamina for manual handling and standing.
• Strong craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Upholstering furniture frames and finished pieces with foam, fabric, leather and trims.
• Cutting materials to size using hand and power tools.
• Fitting webbing, springs, padding and coverings.
• Completing repairs and re-upholstery work.
• Working to production schedules and meeting quality standards.
• Maintaining tools and reporting issues.

Skills

Upholstery experience

Attention to detail

Reading job sheets

Manual handling

Team player

Tools

Pneumatic staple guns

Cutting tools

Upholstery equipment

Job description

Job Title: Upholsterer
Location: Telford
Salary: DOE
Hours: Monday - Friday 07:30-16:30 (Early finish on a Friday)
Contract: Temp-to-Perm

About the Role

We're recruiting a skilled Upholsterer to join a growing furniture manufacturing team. You'll be responsible for upholstering a variety of products, from frames to finished pieces, ensuring exceptional craftsmanship and finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Upholstering furniture frames using foams, fabrics, leathers, and trims
• Cutting materials to size using hand and power tools
• Fitting webbing, springs, padding, and coverings
• Completing repairs, refurbishments, and re-upholstery work
• Working to production schedules and quality standards
• Maintaining tools and reporting any issues

What We're Looking For

• Proven upholstery experience (traditional or modern techniques)
• Confident using pneumatic staple guns, cutting tools, and upholstery equipment
• Strong craftsmanship and attention to detail
• Ability to read job sheets and follow instructions
• Good physical stamina and manual handling capability
• Skilled, supportive workshop team