Sewing Machinist

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.

Standard Factory Working Hours

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.