Join one of our clients, a leading player in the aerospace industry, as a Manufacturing Operative, in the Upholstery department. Contribute to maintaining product standards and be part of innovation in aerospace.
Role: Manufacturing Operative - Upholstery
Location: Southend-On-Sea
Pay rate: £14.19 an hour DOE
Working hours: Monday to Thursday 8am-5pm 8am-1pm Fridays (39 hours per week)
Permanent, full time position.
Key Responsibilities:
Cut parts according to drawings, templates, and instructions to create kits.
Ensure the highest product quality.
Use adhesives to bond various parts together.
Maintain traceability by following guidelines and instructions.
Dress sewn covers for cushion assembly.
Promote and adhere to safety procedures.
Perform necessary rework as directed by Management or Inspection.
Qualifications:
Demonstrated experience in Upholstery.
Proficiency in working within a Manufacturing environment.
Competence in utilizing small hand tools such as scissors and knives.
Capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to handle tasks effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
Having an experience of foam building/shaping, as well as ability to read drawings is desirable, but not essential.
Personal Skills:
Strong attention to detail
Excellent communication
Team player
Problem-solving mindset
Company Benefits
Health Care Cash Plan
Employee Assistance Programme
Contributory Pension Scheme for eligible employees (6% increasing to 7%)
Enhanced holiday (24 days holiday in addition to UK bank and public holidays)
Life Assurance
Flexitime
Early finish on Friday’s
Sports and Social Club
Free car parking
Free access to a local gym
Onsite café
To apply for this Upholstery position please send your updated CV to or call us for more details on (phone number removed)
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