Upholsterer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Main purposes of job
As a Skilled Upholsterer, you will be responsible for achieving daily production targets and will report to the upholstery line manager
Operating Hours
Monday - Friday: 7am-4pm
38.5+ hours per week.
Key tasks and responsibilities
Product and process development
- Working with the design team on developing new product ranges.
- Working with management to plan, develop and introduce new skills and upholstery techniques.
Production Duties
- Upholstering quality finished products such as bedsteads, headboards and other types of bedroom furniture
- Preparing work to be assembled using bills of a materials parts lists and drawings
- Gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials
- Positioning parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements
- Assembling components by fastening parts and subassemblies using compressed air, battery, and manual tools
- Positioning parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements
- Keeping equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs
- Maintaining a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
- Receiving deliveries and verify delivery notes and book goods into stock
- Documenting actions by completing production and quality forms
- Ensuring quality level of assembled products meets company standards
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Experience:
- Upholstery: 1 year (preferred)
- working to daily targets: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
We will consider overseas applicants.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £12.00-£15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexitime
Schedule:
- Flexitime
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Batley: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Upholstery: 1 year (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 Upholsterer roles across Sonno Group'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 £12 - £15 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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