About Oscha Slings

We are a small, ethical business based near Edinburgh, we make beautiful baby carriers and accessories from our specially woven jacquard fabrics. Currently, we are looking for a skilled industrial sewing machinist to join the team and help craft these high-quality items.

All of our fabrics are woven in the UK and made from natural and organic yarns, we are proud to keep production in Scotland. We are a zero-waste company and use solar panels for our energy. Join our tight-knit friendly team at our lovely corner spot with a large garden with access to Roslin Glen and other walks areas nearby. You will also benefit from free parking, flexi-time and a yearly bonus.

The Job

You should be competent in using industrial machines and work at a fast pace with excellent accuracy.

The Sewing Machinist will be involved in manufacturing baby wraps, ring slings and other jacquard woven fabric products. You will assist with quality control tasks, including checking, fixing and packaging, and any other duties to ensure a smooth manufacturing process resulting in exceptionally high quality products.

Main Duties

Sewing a range of products including wraps, baby ring slings, carriers, throws, bags and scarves

Meet the minimum standards required regarding quality and pace within the probation period

Operate a variety of different industrial sewing machines

Operate machinery required for cutting and pressing fabric

Ensure patterns are matched correctly and product specifications followed accurately

Work to timescales to achieve production targets, individually, and as part of the team

Clean and maintain assigned sewing machine regularly, ensuring that your own working area is kept tidy and organised

Assist in the maintenance of a safe working environment through the strict adherence to company health and safety rules and procedures. Reporting any quality or other issues immediately to the Head Machinist

Ensuring all aspects of health and safety protocol are followed, ensuring safe and efficient operation of machinery

Complete quality control work - checking, bagging, and packaging products (training will be provided)

Plus any extra tasks as required

Required Skills & Abilities

Solid experience as a Sewing Machinist

Able to use industrial sewing machines and pressing equipment

Can meet production targets whilst working accurately in a fast paced environment

Able to understand and read patterns and product specifications

Basic levels of numeracy and literacy

Good verbal communication

A flexible attitude and ability to multitask - able to demonstrate initiative with a proactive approach to problem solving

Excellent timekeeping and attendance record

Ability to work independently and within a team

This job requires some lifting of boxes and other heavy objects. Training in manual handling will be provided.

Personal Qualities

Excellent attention to detail

Team player with an enthusiastic approach

Committed to providing an excellent product

Reliable, conscientious and trustworthy

Job Types: Preference for Full-time, will consider part-time part-time, we are open to flexible working.

Salary range: £21255 - £22,600. Pay negotiable according to experience

Expected hours: 25 – 37.5 per week Full time preferred

Benefits:

On-site parking

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

Yearly bonus

Experience:

Machinist: 3 years (preferred)