At a Glance
- Tasks: Sew and overlock cut parts into complete covers while following instructions and maintaining quality.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at Ipeco, known for its commitment to quality and teamwork.
- Benefits: Enjoy health care, enhanced holiday, flexitime, and access to a local gym.
- Other info: Great opportunities for career growth and a fun workplace culture.
- Why this job: Be part of a creative process and see your work come to life in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Basic English skills and experience with industrial sewing machines are essential.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 26000 £ per year.
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: To work within the Ipeco Cell Machine Shop overlocking and sewing cut parts into complete covers.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- To overlock cut parts as per instructions/training.
- To sew cut parts into complete items referencing drawings, templates, work instructions and/or samples.
- To carry out any reworks deemed necessary by management, supervision or inspection.
- To keep the sewing machine/overlocker in a clean and regularly oiled condition and report any faults to the Team Leader.
- To work within guidelines/instructions to ensure traceability is maintained.
- To carry out duties in a proper and efficient manner, act wholeheartedly in the interest of the Company at all times and to comply with the Company Rules and Regulations.
- Responsible for ensuring that a high standard of housekeeping is maintained.
- To support team members with other tasks as and when necessary.
- To help create and maintain a safe working environment and observe the published Health and Safety procedures.
- To carry out any other tasks where reasonable and relevant, when required.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Basic English Communication and can understand spoken instructions.
- Experienced in the use of industrial sewing machines.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team environment.
- Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:
- Educated to GCSE Level (or equivalent).
- Overlocking experience.
- Experience of sewing various items, so to understand how the product goes together from cut parts.
COMPANY BENEFITS:
- Health Care Cash Plan*.
- Employee Assistance Programme*.
- Contributory Pension Scheme for eligible employees (6% increasing to 7%).
- Enhanced holiday (24 days holiday in addition to UK bank and public holidays).
- Life Assurance.
- Company Sick Pay Scheme*.
- Flexitime.
- Early finish on Fridays.
- Sports and Social Club.
- Free car parking.
- Free access to a local gym**.
- Onsite café**.
(*Available after 1 year of service) (** Based in Rochford / Southend on Sea)
Due to the anticipated high number of applications to be received, unfortunately we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates. If you have not had a response from us within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Sewing Machinist in Essex employer: Ipeco Holdings Limited
Ipeco offers a supportive and dynamic work environment for Sewing Machinists, where teamwork and individual contributions are valued. Located in the vibrant area of Rochford/Southend on Sea, employees benefit from enhanced holiday allowances, a contributory pension scheme, and access to health care plans after one year of service. With opportunities for personal growth and a focus on maintaining a safe and efficient workplace, Ipeco stands out as an excellent employer committed to the well-being and development of its staff.
