# Sewing Operator

> Newstaff Employment Services · Milton Keynes, United Kingdom · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-21

**Salary:** GBP 24,000–28,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Industrial

## Description

**Industrial Sewing Operator**

**£13.00 per hour to start | Full-time | Monday–Friday | No weekends**

We are currently recruiting for an **Industrial Sewing Operator** to join our client’s manufacturing team, producing **high-quality fabric and leather covers**

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with previous industrial sewing experience, or a strong sewing background who is looking to develop their skills within a specialist manufacturing environment.

**The Role**

You will be responsible for operating industrial sewing machines to produce covers to a high standard of quality and accuracy.

Your duties will include:

-   Setting up and operating industrial sewing machines
-   Selecting the correct thread, needles, materials and machine settings
-   Sewing fabric, fire-resistant materials and leather components
-   Following patterns, drawings and production instructions
-   Measuring and preparing materials accurately before sewing
-   Adjusting machine settings and attachments as required
-   Carrying out basic machine cleaning and maintenance
-   Checking stitching and finished products for quality
-   Reporting any defects, thread breaks or machine issues
-   Keeping track of completed work and materials
-   Working to production targets while maintaining a high standard of workmanship
-   Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area
-   Following company quality, health & safety and **AS9100** procedures

**What We're Looking For**

We're looking for someone who is:

-   **Confident using an industrial sewing machine**
-   Comfortable working with different fabrics and materials
-   Able to follow patterns, drawings and detailed instructions
-   Accurate with good attention to detail
-   Reliable and organised
-   Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
-   Able to identify quality issues and make adjustments where required
-   A good team player with a positive attitude

**Previous industrial sewing experience is preferred, but candidates with relevant sewing experience and transferable skills may also be considered.**

**Pay & Progression**

**Starting rate: £13.00 per hour**

The starting rate will depend on your experience and performance during the skills assessment. There is **scope for the rate to increase** for candidates who demonstrate strong performance and successfully progress through the **three-month probationary period**.

**Working Hours**

**Monday – Thursday:** 7:00am – 4:00pm  
**Friday:** 7:00am – 1:00pm

**No weekend working.**

**Recruitment Process**

Successful applicants will usually be invited to a **10:30am practical sewing trial/skills assessment** before progressing with the recruitment process.

**Apply Now**

**Send your up-to-date CV and covering letter to:**

📩 [**nikki.radford@newstaffemployement.co.uk**](mailto:nikki.radford@newstaffemployement.co.uk)

**Or call us directly on:**

📞 **01908 087154**

**Please apply with your CV and covering letter to be considered for this position.**

## Apply

[Apply at Newstaff Employment Services](https://apply.workable.com/newstaff/j/FC22618616/apply)

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