Shop Floor Operator Location: Consett, County Durham We are currently recruiting for an experienced Sewing Machinist / Shop Floor Operator to join a busy manufacturing environment in Consett. This is a hands-on production role involving the manufacture of test fabrics, operating industrial sewing machines and supporting wider shop floor activities. Key Responsibilities: Operate flat sewing machines and overlockers to sew fabric strips. Follow customer test sheets and production instructions accurately. Complete production check sheets and maintain accurate records. Identify and report quality issues or non-conformances. Carry out basic sewing machine maintenance and troubleshoot minor issues. Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment. Meet daily production targets whilst maintaining quality standards. Work closely with the production team to resolve sewing-related issues. Undertake general shop floor duties when required, including applying products to fabrics by hand and labelling fabric samples. Follow all Health and Safety procedures. Essential Requirements: Proven experience operating industrial flat sewing machines and overlockers. Previous experience within manufacturing, textiles or tailoring. Basic knowledge of sewing machine maintenance. Ability to follow detailed work instructions consistently. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Desirable: Experience operating a cover stitch sewing machine. If ..... full job details .....