Machinist

  • United Careers
  • Southend-on-sea, Essex
  • Mar 27, 2026
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

United Careers are recruiting for a specialist furniture manufacturer based in Southend, Essex.

They are looking for a Sewing Machinist to join their busy team. Someone who is upbeat, positive and ready to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Sewing Machinist Skills required;

  • Ability to use industrial sewing machine
  • Familiar with twin needle, top stitch, and overlocking techniques
  • Ability to use piping cord and Velcro where required
  • Experience working with different types of fabrics including velvets, thick piles, plastic, and faux leather
  • Ability to take a cut set of patterns and sew in full to complete a cover

Days: Mon-Fri

Hours: 08:00-17:00 (overtime available, breaks are paid)

Pay: £13ph OTE £35k pa (inc. overtime up to £40k pa)

Job Code: UC6294

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Southend-on-Sea: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • Machinist: 1 year (required)
  • Sewing: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person