At a Glance
- Tasks: Create bespoke prosthetic products using advanced sewing techniques and machines.
- Company: Join Blatchford, a leader in innovative prosthetic technology.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, pension, early finishes, and on-demand pay.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with great career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives through your craftsmanship.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths and English, sewing skills, and a proactive attitude.
Blatchford is a multi-award-winning manufacturer of some of the world's most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices. Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users. Through science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Sewing Technician to join our team at our Sheffield Manufacturing site. As a Sewing Technician, you will ensure customer orders are processed effectively to satisfy the requirements of the clinician/patient and to ensure productivity and product quality targets are achieved.
Key duties and responsibilities:
- Pattern cutting, bonding and stitching covering materials.
- Using a variety of sewing machines.
- Creating fully bespoke product lines.
- Ensuring product quality standards.
- Interpreting customer orders.
What are we looking for?
As a Sewing Technician, you will have the following essential skills:
- Maths and English GCSE or equivalent.
- Capable of working to drafts and measures supplied by clinicians.
- Good hand skills & dexterity.
- Competent in the operation of all industrial sewing/cutting machines.
- Highly self-motivated individual.
- Positive and proactive approach.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good team working skills.
What can we offer you?
- Pension.
- 25 days' holiday, increasing with service.
- Early Friday finish.
- Option to purchase additional holiday.
- The support of an experienced team.
- On demand pay.
- Dedicated CPD time.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Discounted shopping/leisure activities.
If this sounds like the type of role you are looking for and you are a pragmatic individual, who is looking to develop a career with an excellent employer, we want to hear from you!
Sewing Technician in London employer: Blatchford Ltd
Blatchford is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, where employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills in the cutting-edge field of prosthetic technology. Located in a supportive environment, we offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional advancement, ensuring that our team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our users.
