Production Associate at Cubitts

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jul, 26

Salary

13.85

Posted On

20 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality control, Glazing, Inventory management, Logistics, Order fulfillment, Stock reconciliation, Process improvement, Troubleshooting, Data reporting, Communication, Attention to detail, Operational excellence, Team collaboration, Materials management

Industry

Retail Apparel and Fashion

Description

Production Associate 40 million people wear spectacles in the UK alone, but the optical industry hasn’t changed enough in three centuries. Products are tired, standards are mediocre, and the experience is dull. We’re going to change that, and build the world’s most innovative and customer-centric spectacles company. The role We are the team that makes everything happen, supporting our 20 beautiful retail stores, growing digital site and customer experience teams, and ultimately our hundreds of thousands of customers. As a Production Associate, your role is to get our ever growing number of orders to our brilliant customers, in the right way, and at the right time. You will be part of a team which covers multiple touch points, including our state-of-art glazing lab, stock management, order management and fulfilment and logistics. Your key responsibilities Quality Control & Glazing: Transform frames into finished spectacles that meet Cubitts’ exacting standards. Conduct meticulous checks at every stage of the glazing and finishing process. Shipping & Dispatch: Manage dispatch and shipping workflows to ensure orders reach customers and stores on time and in perfect condition. Order & Inventory Support: Handle queries from stores and internal teams, ensuring smooth communication and resolution of issues. Track stock levels and assist with inventory accuracy. Process Implementation & Efficiency: Identify, suggest, and implement improvements to workflows and procedures. Proactively realize efficiencies that save time, reduce errors, and enhance output. Troubleshooting: Quickly identify problems in production, lab, or dispatch processes, and coordinate with relevant teams to resolve them. Cross-Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively with the workshop, inventory, HQ, retail stores, and customer service teams to maintain alignment and support operational excellence. KPI Management & Reporting: Monitor key metrics to ensure performance meets targets, providing insights and updates to the team as necessary. Inventory Control & Stock Reconciliation: Perform regular cycle counts and full stock takes of frames, lenses, and components to maintain accurate inventory records. Investigate discrepancies, implement corrective actions, and ensure system stock aligns with physical inventory. Inbound Inventory & Materials Management: Receive, inspect, and log incoming inventory and production materials, ensuring quantities, quality, and documentation are correct. Organise stock locations for efficient picking and production flow, and flag low-stock or obsolete items to support timely replenishment and minimal downtime. Brand Advocacy: Embody Cubitts’ mission and values, helping to educate colleagues and celebrate the craftsmanship behind our products. Who you are: Passionate about spectacles and delivering best-in-class experiences Meticulous and detail-oriented, with a methodical approach to production and problem-solving Solutions-focused and able to adapt quickly to new processes and challenges Motivated by incremental improvement, meeting KPIs, and achieving operational excellence Effective communicator who works well with multiple teams and stakeholders Positive, proactive, and committed to high standards in every task Engaged with Cubitts’ values: For All, Pioneering, Proud Our Values Pioneers We try to improve things, by doing things better or more simply celebrating both innovation and failure. Associate Approaches situations with an innovative spirit Uses initiative to get things done Eager to learn and grow professionally (both vertically and horizontally) Positive in the face of changes and challenges Proud We take pride in doing things properly, deeply committed to the highest standards with a relentless drive for consistency in quality and detail. Associate Takes pride in their work always and always strives to achieve the highest standards Consistent in the quality and standard of their work An inspiring team member who always goes above and beyond For all We treat everyone with the same warmth and respect, and without ego. Associate Humble and empathetic towards colleagues and customers Prioritises shared goals over personal ones Happy to step outside of their job description to support others Communicates openly and honestly, listening to and respecting everyone's point of view Recognises strengths in those around and finds ways to celebrate them Some nice things you’ll get: Complimentary spectacles, eye examinations and generous discounts Option to buy and sell holiday Paid time away for the important moments in life Annual season ticket loan Cycle to work scheme Life assurance Unlimited You Can Now Business Skills Training Contract: Full Time, 40 hours. Brewery Road HQ. Includes weekend working. Salary: £13.85 per hour

Responsibilities

The Production Associate is responsible for glazing frames to meet quality standards and managing the efficient dispatch of orders to customers and stores. They also oversee inventory accuracy, stock reconciliation, and process improvements to ensure operational excellence.