Do you have sewing experience and enjoy practical, hands-on work?
We are looking for a Sewing Repair Operator to repair workwear garments used by industrial customers. You do not need to be a professional tailor or an experienced industrial machinist (although desirable), but you do need to have sewn before and be confident using a sewing machine.
You will be repairing items such as trousers, jackets, coveralls, pockets, seams, buttons, fasteners, and zips. Some garments may be heavily used or dirty, so this role suits someone practical, reliable, and comfortable working in a busy production environment.
This is an on-site role only. Remote work is not available.
Job Description
Job Title: Sewing Repair Operator
Department: Production
Reports to: Production Manager
Location: Unit B3, Stafford Park 11, Telford, TF3 3AY
This is an on-site role only. Remote work is not available.
Employment Type: Zero Hours, Casual
Rate of Pay: £12.75 per hour | Sewing experience required | On-site only
Role Purpose
The Sewing Repair Operator is responsible for carrying out practical repairs and alterations to workwear garments so they can be safely and professionally returned to use.
This role does not require a professional tailor or fully trained industrial machinist, but applicants must have previous sewing experience and be confident using a sewing machine. Full training will be provided on our repair standards, garment types, and production process.
The role involves repairing workwear used in industrial environments, so some garments may be heavily used or dirty before processing.
Key Responsibilities
Garment Repairs and Alterations
• Carry out repairs and alterations to workwear garments, including basic seam repairs, hems, buttons, fasteners, pockets, badges, zips, and reinforcement work.
• Use sewing machines and repair equipment safely and correctly.
• Follow repair instructions, customer requirements, and Company quality standards.
• Identify garments that cannot be repaired and report them through the correct process.
• Complete repairs to a consistent standard while working at a practical pace.
Quality and Accuracy
• Check finished repairs before garments are returned to production.
• Make sure repairs are secure, tidy, and suitable for the garment’s intended workwear use.
• Pay close attention to details such as stitching, garment condition, labels, and customer requirements.
• Raise concerns where a repair may affect the safety, appearance, or usability of the garment.
Productivity and Teamwork
• Work efficiently to support daily production requirements.
• Manage repetitive repair work while maintaining accuracy and care.
• Support colleagues in the workwear or production area when required.
• Follow instructions from Supervisors, Team Leaders, and Managers.
• Keep the workstation clean, organised, and safe.
Health, Safety and Compliance
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures, including safe use of sewing machines and equipment.
• Wear required PPE at all times.
• Report hazards, near misses, equipment faults, or unsafe working practices promptly.
• Follow Company policies, procedures, and standards relating to quality, conduct, hygiene, and data protection.
Person Specification
Essential
• Previous sewing experience, either in a work setting or through regular practical use.
• Confidence using a sewing machine.
• Ability to carry out basic garment repairs or alterations to a good standard.
• Good attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions.
• Comfortable handling workwear garments that may be heavily used or dirty.
• Able to work in an on-site production environment.
• Willing to complete a short practical sewing assessment as part of the recruitment process.
Desirable
• Experience using industrial sewing machines.
• Previous experience in garment repairs, alterations, upholstery, textiles, or similar practical sewing work.
• Experience working in a production, laundry, workwear, manufacturing, or warehouse environment.
• Knowledge of workwear garments such as trousers, jackets, coveralls, hi-vis clothing, or protective garments.
• Experience working to quality standards or productivity targets.
Skills and Behaviours
• Practical and hands-on approach.
• Care and pride in workmanship.
• Good concentration and manual dexterity.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Able to manage repetitive work without losing accuracy.
• Team-focused and respectful towards others.
• Honest, reliable, and consistent in attendance and timekeeping.
Key Working Relationships
• Production Manager
• Production Supervisors / Team Leaders
• Workwear and production colleagues
• Quality and customer service teams where required
Performance Measures
Performance in this role will be assessed against:
• Quality and consistency of repairs.
• Ability to follow repair instructions and Company standards.
• Productivity and ability to support production requirements.
• Attendance, punctuality, and reliability.
• Safe use of equipment and compliance with Health & Safety procedures.
• Teamwork and conduct.
General Duties
• Carry out reasonable duties as requested by management.
• Support production needs during busy periods.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working area.
• Report issues that may affect quality, safety, production, or customer service.
• Participate in training, briefings, and reviews as required.
Company Expectations
All employees are expected to:
• Work safely and follow all Company procedures.
• Treat colleagues, managers, customers, and visitors with respect.
• Attend work reliably and on time.
• Maintain good standards of conduct and communication.
• Take responsibility for the quality of their work.
• Support the Company’s commitment to quality, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
