Production Operative

Job Description

• Supporting role to our team who craft sofas (more details below)
• Based in our warehouse in Armthorpe, Doncaster
• Temp - Perm contract
• Pay £12.51
• Working Monday to Friday!!
• Career progression opportunity
• Amazing benefits and discounts
  
  

Hourly rate

• £12.51 per hour
  
  

Shift

• Monday to Friday (38.75 hours per week)
  
  

Week 1: 5:30am - 1:45pm

Week 2: 1:45pm - 10:00pm

About the Role:

This role involves supporting our team who build our sofas.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Cushion filling (Manually inserting the correct filling into cushion cases and attaching buttons)
• Wood picking ( Picking wood components for sofa frames)
• Fabric picking (Select and pick the correct pieces)
• Packing / Wrapping sofas (Work in a 2 person team)
• Loading / Unloading on and off lorries
• General Support (Performing various essential tasks to support the wider manufacturing team, ensuring a smooth and efficient production flow)
  
  

We're looking for a dedicated individual who:

• Is comfortable with heavy lifting and manual handling.
• Who will be able to comfortably use heavy trolleys throughout your shift.
• Possesses a good eye for detail and strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrates commitment to working efficiently and meeting targets.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is able to adhere to strict health and safety regulations.
• Is capable of working independently
• Has a desire to learn new skills and apply them where required.
  
  

Our friendly team coaches will provide you with full training and support so you can gain the skills and confidence to succeed in your new role.

What We Can Offer You

• 25% off a huge selection of Next products and up to 15% off Branded products
• Staff shops with exclusive discounts
• Clear pathways for career progression
• Free onsite parking
• Sharesave scheme
• Next Benefits Hub: A centralised platform for exclusive discounts on high street stores, trips, and events.
• Comprehensive Support Networks: Access to a wide array of internal and external resources including Retail Trust, Aviva Digicare, Carers UK, Pride Network, Able Network, Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, and Wellhub (discounted gym memberships) plus many more
• Early Access to Next Sales
  
  

Our journey into furniture manufacturing began in 2016 when Next proudly established its in-house furniture-making facility right here at our Doncaster site. Since then, we have consistently invested in and nurtured this venture, and we are now thrilled to be in a period of continued growth and expansion. Joining us means becoming part of a dynamic and innovative team that is passionate about crafting high-quality furniture and contributing to the success of a well-established and respected brand.

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to become an integral part of Next's exciting journey in furniture manufacturing.

What Happens After You Apply

After you apply, we'll send you a message with a form to complete. We'll review your application, and if we wish to progress your application, we'll email you to schedule an interview.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive, inspiring workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and a true sense of belonging. Our aim is to support every individual to reach their full potential, whoever they are.

Please let us know if there’s anything you need to help you feel prepared and confident for your interview by getting in touch with us by email on [email protected] (please include "Workplace Adjustments" in the subject line), or call us on 01977 327 900. Line opening times are Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm; Friday 9am - 4.45pm. Excludes bank holidays.

We work closely with a number of major organisations to ensure we’re doing all we can. Such as; Stonewall, Help for Heroes, Business in the Community and Terrance Higgins Trust. NEXT is a Disability Confident Level 2 employer and has been awarded the Armed Forces Covenant Bronze award.

Please note: Certain roles within our organisation are subject to DBS and credit checks. You can find comprehensive information regarding spent and unspent convictions on the official government website: gov.uk/tell-employer-or-college-about-criminal-record .

About Us

You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global!

About The Team

• Sharesave scheme
• 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
• Generous bonus scheme for many roles
• Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
• Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
• Free on-site parking
• 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
• Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform
• Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
• Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
• Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
  
  

Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.

We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email [email protected] (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 01977 327 900 and leave a voicemail.