Production Operative Crafting Knitwear

Position: Production Operative Crafting Premium Knitwear
Location: Bakewell

Knitwear Production Member Garment Seamer Full Time | Permanent Mon - Thurs (7am - 4pm) Friday (7am - 12 noon) 32 Days Holiday £25,775.88 Per Annum Be part of 240 years of British knitwear excellence Are you ready to play a hands-on role in crafting world-class knitwear? At John Smedley, weve been making the finest knitwear for over 240 years and its our people who keep that legacy alive.

Were now looking for a Garment Seamer to join our Production team, where precision, care, and teamwork bring our garments to life.

What Youll Do :
As a Garment Seamer, youll be responsible for joining parts of our knitwear using specialist industrial sewing machines. Working to detailed specifications, youll ensure every garment is assembled accurately and to the high standards our brand is known for. Full training will be provided, so whether youre experienced or looking to build new skills, well support you every step of the way.

Your Impact:
Assemble knitwear garments using industrial seaming machines Follow technical specifications and work instructions with precision Ensure all garments meet quality standards before moving to the next stage Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment Work collaboratively with fellow machinists to meet production targets Contribute to a culture of craftsmanship, pride, and continuous improvement Who you are:
Youre calm, focused, and take pride in doing things properly Youve got good manual dexterity and enjoy hands-on work You have strong attention to detail and care about quality Youre comfortable working to deadlines in a production environment Youre reliable, a great team player, and keen to learn new skills What were looking for:
Excellent attention to detail and a quality-first mindset Steady hand skills and good hand-eye coordination A methodical and consistent approach to work Ability to follow instructions and technical specifications

Experience with industrial sewing machines is helpful, but not essential full training will be provided Why John Smedley? Work for a globally respected, heritage-rich British brand Be part of a supportive and close-knit production team Learn a highly skilled craft or build on your existing expertise Help shape garments worn and loved around the world Sound like a good fit? Apply now and help us carry forward over two centuries of craftsmanship.