Production Operative

Monday - Thursday 6:30am - 3:00pm
Friday 6:30pm - 2:00pm

You might not know our name, but chances are, you’ve chilled out on one of our sofas.
At Whitemeadow, we design and develop trend‑leading, commercially driven sofas for some of the biggest names in UK furniture retail. We’re white label, so the products we develop are stocked and branded by our retail partners. You’ll find our work in homes all over the nation, trusted by both independent and major retailers to deliver great product with commercial flair.

We’re proud to be the UK’s largest privately owned upholstery manufacturer, with multiple sites across Nottinghamshire. We’ve been growing for thirty years and counting, driven by the dedication of our talented team and our commitment to creating products people love coming home to.

But we’re not just about making great products. We’re about raising the bar.
Our mission is to lead - not just in what we create, but in how we work and who we work with. We believe that to make truly standout furniture, we need standout people. That’s why we hire talented individuals who live our values, bring a positive mindset, and take pride in what they do.

At Whitemeadow, we’re here to inspire
, impress
, and innovate – together.

Start date: Monday 5th January 2026

Due to continued growth and success, we currently have opportunities across our manufacturing sites to work as part of a dependable team, contributing to the production of crafted upholstered furniture to the correct specification and quality standards, in a variety of production roles.

The position plays a key role in our best‑in‑class products and is perfect for anyone who wants a varied and rewarding opportunity, in a physically active role in a fast‑paced environment.

Throughout your time, you will be supported with on‑the‑job training and development opportunities to further your career.

Carrying out a wide range of duties involved in the manufacturing of crafted upholstered furniture from the receipt of raw materials to the despatch of the finished product.

Ensuring high quality standards in all that you do, working across various departments which include but are not limited to goods in, issuing work, inspection, cushion filling, packaging and despatch.

Maintaining and promoting safe working standards with an absolute commitment to your own and others' safety.

• Desire to work in a fast‑paced furniture manufacturing site and develop your skills.
• Take pride in what you do and possess a ‘right first time’ mentality.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work both as part of a team and independently.
• Flexibility to work across several areas within the manufacturing units.
• Prepared to do a variety of tasks to meet production performance requirements.
• Embrace diverse operational tasks and show flexibility to use your skills to support business needs.
• Teamwork, professionalism, adaptability & flexibility, communication, eagerness to learn, problem solving.

• 30 days holiday
• Staff discount on our products
• Formal and informal training opportunities