Job Type:	contract	Duration:	3 months
Category:	Production / Operations	Recruiter Reference:	RE114
URL for Applications:		Salary:

My client in the Leeds area are looking for x 2 experienced Sewing Machinists.

The client are a specialist medical manufacturing company dedicated to designing and producing high-quality orthopaedic supports, braces and rehabilitation products.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for sewing and assembling a range of specialist orthopaedic products, including medical braces, supports and associated fabric components.

Working from technical drawings, patterns and production instructions, you will use industrial sewing machinery to manufacture products to precise specifications, ensuring consistently high standards of workmanship, quality and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

Operating industrial sewing machines to manufacture orthopaedic supports and braces.
Sewing and assembling technical fabrics, elasticated materials, foam, padding and textile components.
Working from patterns, templates, measurements and production instructions.
Cutting, preparing and positioning materials prior to sewing.
Producing accurate seams, stitching and finished components.
Manufacturing bespoke and standardised medical textile products.
Carrying out visual quality checks throughout the manufacturing process.
Identifying and reporting any material or production defects.
Maintaining consistent production standards and meeting agreed deadlines.
Ensuring machinery and the working area are kept clean, safe and organised.
Working closely with colleagues across the production team to achieve manufacturing targets.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Previous experience as an Industrial Sewing Machinist or Sewing Operative.
Experience operating industrial sewing machines, such as flatbed, overlock and walking-foot machines.
Good knowledge of sewing techniques and textile manufacturing processes.
Experience working with technical fabrics, elasticated materials and padded components would be advantageous.
Ability to follow patterns, measurements and production instructions.
Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
Ability to maintain high standards of workmanship and product quality.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to work to production targets.
A positive attitude and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Working Days

IND123