Automated Industrial Sewing Machinist

Location: Tunstall, ST6

Pay & Hours:

£13.25 per hour (overtime after 37 hours at time and a half)
Monday to Thursday, 7:30am to 4:00pm
Friday, 7:30am to 12:30pmContract: Temporary to permanent opportunities available for the right candidates.

We're recruiting Automated Industrial Sewing Machinists to join a well-established manufacturing business in Tunstall. This is a hands-on role working with industrial sewing machinery to produce high-quality products to specification. The role involves handling large materials and regular heavy lifting, making it suitable for candidates who are comfortable carrying out physical work.

Benefits

Weekly pay
Dedicated consultant support
24-hour out-of-hours service
Blue Arrow app to manage your work schedule
PPE and uniform provided where required
Ongoing work with long-term opportunities
Temporary to permanent opportunities available

Key Duties

Operating automated industrial sewing machines
Sewing and assembling products to specification
Handling and positioning materials for production
Measuring, cutting and preparing materials where required
Carrying out quality inspections on finished products
Monitoring machine performance and output
Following production schedules and work instructions
Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
Supporting the manufacturing process from start to finishThis is a physically demanding role that involves standing for long periods, moving materials and carrying out regular heavy lifting.

What We're Looking For

Experience operating industrial or automated sewing machinery is desirable
Candidates with sewing, textiles, upholstery, tailoring, arts and crafts or similar transferable skills are encouraged to apply
Good attention to detail and quality standards
Reliable with a strong work ethic
Good English and numeracy skills
Ability to follow instructions and production specifications
Comfortable carrying out manual handling and heavy lifting duties
Able to work well as part of a team
Flexible and willing to learnFull training can be provided for candidates with the right attitude and transferable skills.

Why Apply?

Convenient Tunstall location
Competitive rates of pay
Ongoing, long-term work
Potential for a permanent contract
Opportunity to work for an established manufacturerTo apply, please submit your application online. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to take telephone enquiries about this role. If your experience matches our requirements, a consultant will be in touch.

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