Production Operative

£14.28 per hour
36.5 hours per week

Looking for a long-term career in furniture manufacturing and production?

Our client, a leading manufacturer within the bedding and sleep products sector, is recruiting a number of Production Operatives to join their growing team in Barnoldswick. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking stable, consistent work with genuine career progression opportunities. Whether you're an experienced Production Operative or have transferable skills from sewing, furniture manufacturing, assembly, or other hands-on roles, full training and support will be provided to help you develop your career within a well-established and successful business.

With ongoing investment in people, processes and facilities, successful candidates will have the opportunity to develop their skills, take on additional responsibilities and progress into more specialised and senior manufacturing roles. What's on Offer?

£14.28 per hour with overtime at £21.32 and £28.56
Genuine temp-to-perm opportunities
Consistent weekly hours and regular shift patterns
Excellent training and development opportunities
Clear career progression pathways

Free on-site parking

Subsidised on-site canteen

The Role As an Production Operative, you will play a key role in producing high-quality mattresses, divans, headboards and upholstered bed products. Working as part of a skilled manufacturing team, you will be responsible for ensuring products are upholstered accurately, efficiently and to the highest quality standards
Key Responsibilities

• Upholstering mattresses, divans, headboards and other bedding products to specification
• Fitting fabrics, foam, padding and coverings using hand tools and pneumatic equipment
• Measuring, cutting and preparing materials for production
• Operating power tools and equipment safely and efficiently
• Ensuring products meet quality standards and customer specifications
• Carrying out quality checks throughout the manufacturing process
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across production departments

• Previous Production or manufacturing experience or experience within a furniture manufacturing environment
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong manual dexterity and practical skills
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and specifications
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

• Experience using pneumatic staplers, upholstery tools or industrial sewing equipment
• Previous experience manufacturing beds, mattresses, sofas or furniture products

• Monday to Thursday: 06:00 - 14:00
• Friday: 06:00 - 13:00

• Monday to Thursday: 14:00 - 22:00
• Friday: 13:00 - 20:00