Upholsterer

Job Title: Upholsterer
Location: Leicester Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Hours: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent

Harper Recruitment Group are working in partnership with a respected British manufacturer based in Leicester. We are looking for an experienced Upholsterer to join their expanding workshop team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with up to four years’ experience who is passionate about traditional craft, high quality materials and producing exceptional furniture.
The successful Upholsterer will work closely with a highly skilled Master Upholsterer and receive full training across a wide range of designs and upholstery techniques. This organisation is committed to investing in British craftsmanship and offers long term development for the right person.

What will the role involve?

• Preparing and upholstering furniture to agreed quality standards
• Applying traditional and modern upholstery techniques under expert guidance
• Working with responsibly sourced fabrics, leathers and fillings
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop environment
• Supporting general workshop duties including tidying, stock movement and material replenishment
• Contributing to consistent production of high quality upholstered products
• Demonstrating a proactive, positive attitude and willingness to take on additional responsibilities
Skills and experience required:
• Ideally up to 4 years’ experience in a similar upholstery role
• A qualification in upholstery is desirable but not essential
• Proficient in the use of upholstery tools and workshop equipment
• Experience in both traditional and modern upholstery methods
• Strong understanding of upholstery preparation, bodywork, fabrics and leathers • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high standards
• Proactive, self-motivated and able to work well within a team
• Enthusiasm for furniture making and developing new skills
• Safety conscious approach with awareness of safe tool and machinery use
Hours of work:
Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm Friday: 8:00am – 1:00pm

Harper Recruitment Group has been recruiting across Nottingham, Leicester, Derby and the wider East Midlands since 1987, specialising in business support roles at all levels on a permanent, contract and temporary basis. Looking for something different? Visit our website for live vacancies or send your CV to jobs@harperhr.co.uk.

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