Sewing Machinist

3 months ago


South Shields, United Kingdom Barbour Full time

**Company Description**:
J. Barbour & Sons Ltd founded in 1894 is a British lifestyle brand, home to the iconic wax jacket we design, manufacture and market stylish functional clothing and footwear for men, women and children inspired by the unique values of the British countryside. We are the proud holder of Royal warrants, and remain true to our core values as a fifth-generation family business. Barbour is sold in over 40 countries worldwide, including Europe, the US and Japan but we have our headquarters and roots firmly located in the North East of England.

**Position Overview**:
We have an exciting opportunity for experienced machinists to join the Barbour factory here in South Shields. The role will assist in the production of quality wax jackets using various sewing machines and different raw materials in order to meet productivity, quality, and delivery targets.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Meet productivity targets in relation to making garments to meet deadlines as identified on the production schedule.
- Responsible for the safe handling of machines you come into contact with, operating machinery in accordance with procedures and training provided.
- Report any defective equipment, you are working with to your Team Leader, and maintain the general housekeeping of your own workplace.
- Meet agreed quality standards aiming for ‘right first time, right every time’.
- Follow the requirements of the Company Safety Policy, which is documented in the Induction Training Handbook, and is displayed on all Health and Safety Noticeboards

**Skills and Experience**:

- Competent in the construction of garments.
- Experience of working as a Machinist in a Factory environment.
- Manual dexterity skills.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Good eye for detail.
- Able to work quickly and accurately.
- Comfortable working within a pressurised environment to achieve targets.

**Benefits**:

- Discretionary Company bonus scheme
- Staff Discount
- Staff Shop
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- Free onsite parking
- Wellbeing support
- Subsidised canteen
- 25 days holiday as standard increasing with length of service plus bank holidays
- Condensed working week 36 hours Mon-Thurs
- Access to training and development activities to support your career development


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