Seamstress / Machinist / Leather Worker
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Position Overview & Specifications
Established in 1973 this family run company has a reputation for outstanding quality in our extensive range of handmade Footwear and vast range of Orthoses.
We are proud of all we have achieved over 50 years and continue to put you and your needs first.
At JSM we produce handmade shoes and boots to your exact foot shape, otherwise known as bespoke orthopaedic footwear. We manufacture Orthopaedic footwear for many of the NHS Hospitals, Trusts, Private Organisations and directly to retail customers.
We are now looking for an experienced shoe upper closer to machine stitch our high quality leather uppers. You should have experience in shoe upper closing although applicants without experience may be considered. You will need to be able to work quickly and accurately and deliver a high quality result.
This position will require the following skills:
- Previous experience in upper closing or machine leatherwork (Preferable)
- Enthusiasm to learn
- Willingness to work with machinery
- Ability to follow written and verbal instruction
- Reliability
- Attention to detail
- Self-motivation
- Ability to communicate with others
As part of the JSM team, you will receive on-the-job training from supportive and experienced staff, the opportunity to learn new skills and the potential to become multi-skilled within the organisation.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £26,208.00-£29,952.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Thornton Heath: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Machinist: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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 Seamstress / Machinist / Leather Worker roles across Jane Saunders & Manning Ltd'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 £26,208 - £29,952 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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