Job details
Driver Hire Bolton & Wigan are recruiting on behalf of a specialist manufacturing business seeking an experienced bespoke fabric cutter on a temporary to permanent basis.
This is an opportunity to join an established bespoke production team, manufacturing made-to-measure cushion covers and fabric products to individual customer specifications.
We are looking for someone with practical experience who can confidently operate an Eastman cutting machine and industrial sewing machinery.
Location: Wigan
Salary: £12.71 per hour (£29,741.40 per annum)
Hours: Monday–Friday, 7am–5pm (45 paid hours per week)
Job Type: Permanent, Onsite
Key Responsibilities
Operating an Eastman fabric cutting machine to cut fabric and foam accurately.
Working from job specifications, drawings and templates.
Measuring, marking out and cutting materials to precise dimensions.
Operating industrial sewing machinery to produce bespoke cushion covers.
Filling cushions using fibre fillings.
Carrying out quality checks to ensure products meet customer specifications.
Meeting production targets and agreed deadlines.
Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
Supporting general production duties and continuous improvement.
Essential Experience & Skills
Previous hands-on Eastman fabric cutting machine experience – essential.
Industrial sewing machinist experience.
Ability to interpret job specifications and measurements accurately.
Experience working with fabric and foam.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Reliable, punctual and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Preferred Experience
Ideally 3+ years’ industrial sewing experience (candidates with less experience are still encouraged to apply).
Background in upholstery, cushion manufacturing or soft furnishings.
Experience working with fibre fillings.
Previous bespoke manufacturing or textile production experience.
Understanding of production targets, quality control and continuous improvement.
If you have the relevant Eastman cutting and industrial sewing experience, we’d love to hear from you.
Contact Driver Hire Bolton & Wigan to apply for this role
Telephone: 01942 842338
Email: Wigan@driverhire.co.uk
