Production Operative - Frame Assembly

£25,866 + Company Benefits

Contract: Full Time

Pay frequency: Annual

It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home — and that’s just what we do at DFS. We’re the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping people find a comfy seat on their great quality sofas since 1969.

As a Production Operative in our Frame Assemblyt  team at our Lincoln House Woodmill, you'll be a key part of the manufacturing process, ensuring our production teams have everything they need to build the quality sofa frames that form the foundation of every DFS sofa.

Working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, you'll collaborate closely with colleagues across the Woodmill, maintain accurate stock levels, and ensure your work area remains safe, clean and organised. With a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach, you'll play an important role in helping us create furniture that our customers will enjoy for years to come.

Here’s what we offer:The Highlights

You'll  enjoy a two-week shutdown every July at the start of the summer holidays, a week off at Christmas, and we don't work bank holidays, giving you even more time to relax, recharge and spend with the people who matter most.

• Competitive Pay & Work-Life Balance: £25,866 per year (Weekly pay) 

• Morning  Shift Monday to Thursday : 6:00 am – 1:50 pm,Friday : 6:00 am – 2:05 pm 

• Location :Wimsey Way, Somercotes DE554LS

• Growth and Training: Learn new skills and develop your career with us.

There’s more…

• A huge 30% colleague discount, plus 15% friends & family discount across our Group (DFS, Sofology, Dwell)

• Generous holiday allowance – with the option to purchase additional holidays each year

• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave

• Access to a range of high street & online discounts from: Sainsbury’s, ASOS, Currys PC World, IKEA, John Lewis and more

• Discounted gym and cinema memberships

• Group Pension Scheme

• Group Sharesave Scheme

• Life Assurance & Company Sick Pay

• Full comprehensive training

• Paid days to volunteer each year

• Picking materials and components from stock using works orders.

• Delivering materials safely and efficiently to manufacturing teams.

• Checking parts for accuracy and quality before they reach production.

• Maintaining accurate stock levels and reporting shortages.

• Keeping work areas clean, tidy and organised.

• Working closely with colleagues across the factory to ensure production runs smoothly.

• Following all health and safety procedures.

• Has excellent attention to detail and solid numeracy skills 

• Enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Can work accurately and efficiently.

• Is physically fit and comfortable with manual handling throughout the shift.

• Works well as part of a team.

• Has a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.

• Can follow instructions and work to production deadlines.

• Previous warehouse, stores or manufacturing experience is helpful but not essential.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:
We extend a warm welcome to everyone, weaving together a range of voices and perspectives to create a truly inclusive culture. As we strive to build a workplace that better reflects the diverse communities we serve, we encourage applications from under-represented groups.
At DFS Group, we’re not just a place where everyone is welcome – we’re a place where everyone truly belongs.
(All roles are subject to satisfactory DBS checks.)

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