Posted: 13th May 2026
Salary: £13.45 p/h
Location: Chard
Reference: YSewing
Overview
Are you a skilled machinist with a passion for crafting high-quality furniture? We’re looking for a dedicated and experienced machinist to join our dynamic team. If you have a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, we want to hear from you!
Role Summary:
As a machinist, you will be integral to our furniture manufacturing process, expertly cutting and sewing fabrics on flat and overlock machines. You’ll work with a variety of materials, ensuring precision and quality in every piece you produce.
Our standard factory working hours are:
07.30 – 16.30 [Mon – Thursday]
07.30 – 13.30 [Friday]
Pay:
As of 1st April: £13.45 p/h
Key Responsibilities:
Cutting and Sewing: Skilfully cut and shape materials using hand and machine tools, including flat and overlock machines.
Material Management: Determine the quantity and type of materials needed, setting cutting machines to the correct patterns.
Quality Control: Check finished work against pattern instructions, ensuring all pieces meet our high standards.
Machine Maintenance: Perform daily cleaning and routine maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.
Technical Proficiency: Work from technical drawings and adjust machine settings for different jobs.
Compliance: Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and internal quality requirements, maintaining accurate and legible records.
What We’re Looking For:
Experience: Proven cutting and sewing skills, particularly with flat bed and overlock machines.
Literacy and Numeracy: Excellent levels of literacy and numeracy, with strong communication skills.
Detail-Oriented: Ability to follow written instructions and meticulously record activities performed.
Flexibility: Adaptable to changing company requirements with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude.