Factory Operative (Blinds) in Kilkeel

THE EMPLOYER IS: BEDWIN SOFT FURNISHING LIMITEDA blind manufacturing job involves creating and assembling custom window treatments (blinds, shades, shutters) by cutting materials (fabric, wood, metal), operating machinery, fitting components (slats, cords, handrails), ensuring quality, packaging, and sometimes installing them, requiring precision, tool skills, attention to detail and teamwork to meet production goals and client needs for light control and aesthetics.

Responsibilities

• Material Prep: Measuring and cutting materials like wood, fabric or aluminium to specific sizes.
• Assembly: Lacing cords, attaching headrails, installing components (cord locks, gears) using hand/power tools.
• Operation: Safely using machinery for cutting, riveting, or sewing.
• Quality control: Inspecting finished products for defects, ensuring they meet standards.
• Production: Working to meet deadlines and production targets in a factory setting.
• Maintenance: Keeping tools, equipment and work areas clean and organized.
• Client Interaction (for fitters/makers): Consulting with customers, taking measurements, advising on products, and installing finished blinds.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proficiency with hand/power tools, ability to read diagrams, basic maths.
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, problem-solving, good communication.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, carpentry, upholstery or related fields is often required.
• Stamina for handling materials.

Further Information

The Employer is: BEDWIN SOFT FURNISHING LIMITEDJobStart Opportunity – Working Hours Information.Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1750225 Job Sector Manufacturing Area Co Down Location Kilkeel Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 12/12/2025 Closing date 22/01/2026 Worktime To be confirmed with employer

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