Production Operative Crafting Premium Knitwear

Garment Pressing Operative / Production Operative (2-Shift Pattern) Full Time | Permanent £12.71 per hour shift allowance Be part of 240 years of British knitwear excellence Take pride in the finishing touch? At John Smedley , every garment is crafted with careand how its finished matters just as much as how its made.

Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.

Were looking for a hands-on Garment Pressing Operative to join our team at our historic Lea Mills in Matlock.

If you enjoy practical work, have an eye for detail, and want to learn a skilled craft, this is a great opportunity to build a long-term career in premium manufacturing.

What Youll Do: Set up and operate steam press machines to finish garments to the highest standard Follow job sheets and instructions to ensure consistency and quality Inspect garments during pressing to maintain presentation standards Work as part of a skilled team to meet production targets Keep your work area clean, safe, and organised Working Pattern: This role operates on a rotating 2-shift pattern: Days: 6:00am 2:00pm Afternoons: 2:00pm 10:00pm Who You Are: Practical and hands-on, with good attention to detail Able to stand for long periods and carry out manual tasks A strong team player with good communication skills Reliable, with a positive work ethic Able to follow written instructions and record basic information Have your own transport due to shift times xwzovoh Why Join Us? Competitive hourly rate enhanced pay for unsocial hours Be part of a globally recognised British heritage brand Learn specialist skills in garment finishing Supportive, team-focused working environment Access to wellbeing programmes and Culture Club activities Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure Ready to learn a craft and be part of something exceptional? Apply now and start your journey with John Smedley .