Experienced Upholsterer

Upholsterer

Location: Durham
Salary: £14 to £16.50 per hour depending on experience.
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Day Shift

About the Role

Manpower is currently recruiting for an experienced Upholsterer on behalf of a growing and well-established furniture manufacturer in Durham. Due to continued expansion, our client is looking for a skilled and motivated individual to join their production team on a permanent basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong upholstery background who takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship and enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Fabricate and assemble upholstery components to specification.
Create patterns and work from design requirements.
Upholster a variety of furniture products to a high standard.
Handle materials and finished products, including heavy lifting where required.
Ensure all work is completed efficiently and within agreed production deadlines.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace.
Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production targets.
Identify and resolve upholstery-related issues during the manufacturing process.
Follow all company quality and health & safety procedures.

What We're Looking For

Proven experience as an Upholsterer or in a similar role.
Strong knowledge of upholstery techniques, materials, and processes.
Ability to read and work from specifications, patterns, and designs.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Physically capable of carrying out lifting and handling duties.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Reliable, hardworking, and motivated with a positive attitude.

Benefits

Permanent, full-time position
Company pension scheme
Free on-site parking
Monday to Friday working pattern
Opportunity to join a growing and successful business
Supportive and friendly working environment

Apply Now

If you have upholstery experience and are looking for a stable, permanent role with an established employer in Durham, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today

If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed