Experienced Upholsterer - Immediate Start!
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Position Overview & Specifications
Upholsterer
Permanent role, 40 hour per week, 8 Hours per day.
Monday – Friday
At Alpha Designs the future is bright.
Alpha Designs is one of the UK’s top manufactures supplying the top retailers in the UK. Supplying nation wide which has given Alpha the platform to generate rapid growth.
Our manufacturing sites are based in Bilston West Midlands and Bridgend South Wales.
As a family run business, we take great pride in our production team as they are the foundation of the company. Join us and become part of this highly skilled family, as we are looking for experienced upholsterers with at least 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
As we take great pride in producing high quality products for our customers, we have high standards which will require quality time management from yourself, as you will be working in a fast-paced environment, meeting deadlines. This will include the skill of being able to follow production schedules and prioritizing work within the department.
The rate of growth that Alpha Designs has seen will keep you busy as we are looking for committed people that will match the aspiration to grow as Alpha grows, not just as a company but the skilled workers with Alpha.
The Role For You
Join our Bilston facilities and be part of our growing team who enjoy working in a friendly environment, producing beautiful furniture.
You will have at least 2 years’ experience working in a furniture upholstery team, having a keen eye for detail when working to upholstery specifications and will take great pride in knowing that your craftsmanship has shaped the finished product.
Previous experience as an upholsterer is necessary for this role, in return we can offer you:
· A fantastic working environment
· Bonus Opportunities
· Free parking
· Development of skills from the experienced team around you
· COVID-19 precautions such as sanitations, disinfection and cleaning procedures are in place.
If your application is successful, you will then be invited for an interview and a practical assessment.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £12.75-£15.30 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Flexible Language Requirement:
- English not required
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
COVID-19 considerations:
COVID-19 precautions such as sanitations, disinfection and cleaning procedures are in place.
Experience:
- Furniture Upholstery: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: UPHBIL0821
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Experienced Upholsterer - Immediate Start! roles across Alpha Designs Upholstery's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £13 - £15 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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