Upholsterer

Contract Furniture Manufacturing Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus scheme

Monthly performance bonus

23 days of annual leave

Free on-site parking

Social events

Christmas savings club

Opportunity to purchase additional leave

Job summary

Contract Furniture Manufacturing Ltd, based in Wakefield, is looking for an experienced Upholsterer to join their growing upholstery team on a full-time, permanent basis. The role involves upholstering various furniture items, using tools safely, and reaching high-quality standards while adhering to set deadlines.

In return, the company offers a great workplace, including discretionary bonuses, annual leave, and additional benefits aimed at enhancing employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in furniture upholstery is preferred.
• Strong understanding of cutting, sewing, padding, webbing, fitting, and finishing.
• Ability to use upholstery tools and machinery safely.

Responsibilities

• Upholster various items of furniture from the frame up to finished items.
• Use tools such as staple guns and drills to manufacture a range of furniture.
• Read and follow upholstery specifications and production instructions.
• Repair or re-upholster existing furniture when required.
• Complete work to a high-quality standard while meeting deadlines.
• Work with the production team to achieve the production schedule.
• Observe Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Furniture upholstery experience

Upholstery techniques understanding

Upholstery tools and machinery usage

Attention to detail

Problem solving ability

Time management skills

Job description

Reporting to: Upholstery Production Manager

As a forward-thinking company with ambitious plans for the future, we are looking for talented and enthusiastic individuals to join our team, helping us grow and evolve together.

Due to our continued growth, we require an experienced Upholsterer to join our existing upholstery team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Working Hours:

Monday – Thursday 7am – 4.30pm
Friday 7am – 11.00am

Responsibilities:

• To Upholster various items of furniture from the frame up to finished items.
• Use a variety of tools such as staple guns & drills, in addition to hand tools to manufacture a wide range of furniture.
• Read and follow upholstery specifications, drawings, and production instructions.
• Repair or re‑upholster existing furniture when required.
• To complete work to a high-quality standard, whilst meeting deadlines.
• To work with the production team to achieve the production schedule.
• To observe Health and Safety regulations, being careful to look after yourself and others whilst at work.

Skills Required:

• Previous experience in furniture upholstery (minimum 1 year preferred).
• Strong understanding of upholstery techniques including cutting, sewing, padding, webbing, fitting, and finishing.
• Ability to use upholstery tools and machinery safely and correctly.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to produce high quality finishes.
• Strong problem solving ability when working with complex or bespoke pieces.Good time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

In return we offer a great place to work:

• Bonus Scheme: Discretionary bonuses are awarded twice annually, typically amounting to around 10% of the annual base salary. Eligibility for the bonus scheme begins after completing one full financial year of continuous employment with the company.
• A monthly performance bonus is available for upholsterers who meet their production targets. This is paid monthly in addition to the twice yearly discretionary bonus scheme.

Holiday Entitlement:

• 23 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Additional Holidays for Long Service.
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
• Free on-site parking.
• Social Events.
• Christmas Savings Club.
• Monthly Pay.