Upholsterer

Sayjo Recruitment Ltd are acting on behalf of a client to recruit an Upholsterer. Our client is a well-established company based in Dewsbury, they offer an opportunity to join a great team in a pleasant work environment. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Upholsterer to join a manufacturing team. As a Skilled Upholsterer, you will be responsible for transforming raw materials into high-quality upholstered furniture pieces. Responsibilities: * Perform upholstery tasks on a variety of furniture pieces, including but not limited to sofas, chairs, ottomans, and headboards. * Apply and attach upholstery materials using various techniques, including stapling, sewing, gluing, and tacking, while ensuring precision and consistency. * Inspect furniture frames and make necessary repairs or modifications before upholstery to ensure structural integrity and stability. * Collaborate with design and production teams to interpret furniture specifications, fabric choices, and customer preferences accurately. * Work with a range of tools and equipment, such as upholstery machines and staple guns, ensuring their proper maintenance and safety. * Uphold high-quality standards and attention to detail throughout the upholstery process to meet customer expectations and industry regulations. * Adhere to production schedules, meet deadlines, and manage multiple upholstery projects concurrently while maintaining efficiency and quality. * Maintain a clean and organised workspace. * Continuously improve skills and stay updated with industry trends, techniques, and new materials in upholstery. Requirements: * Proven experience as an Upholsterer, preferably in a furniture manufacturing environment. * Extensive knowledge and understanding of upholstery materials, tools, techniques, and industry best practices. * Ability to interpret furniture specifications, design drawings, and fabric patterns to produce high-quality upholstered pieces. * Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform intricate upholstery tasks. * Familiarity with different furniture construction techniques and ability to make necessary repairs or modifications to furniture frames. * Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent quality standards throughout the upholstery process. * Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet production deadlines. * Physical stamina and ability to stand, bend, lift, and carry heavy furniture pieces or materials. * Good communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with designers, production staff, and other team members. If you have a passion for upholstery and take pride in your work, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing furniture manufacturing company. Working hours are: Monday to Thursday 6.30am to 16.45pm, 39 hours per week The role pays up to £17.70 per hour