To assist in our workshops production of handmade homeware products. Many aspects of the manufacturing process will be carried out in this role; from working with raw materials to the finishing of products to a very high standard.

KEY SKILLS:

• Ability to understand and follow health and safety guidelines, operating procedures and protocols.
• Strong team player that is very aware of their surroundings and others.
• Have a strong work-ethic and high level of care/pride in the work they produce.
• The ability to learn and operate in a fast-paced, busy environment. Please note we are a very busy workshop and growing business so adaptability is essential.
• Capability to excel at multi-tasking in a role where by several processes are being carried out.
• A ‘can-do’ attitude. The glass is half-full here!
• A strong eye for detail is critical.
• Have high energy; this role requires someone to work with pace.
• No fear of getting your hands dirty
• Able to work as part of a small team and understand excellent time management whilst working to time based schedules.
• Ability to safely use power tools and workshop machinery (training is provided)
• Practical, reliable, flexible; as we are a small hard working team of Artisans these are important attributes to us.

EXPERIENCE YOU’LL NEED:

• You’ll have experience in a field where your skill set can be transferred (as per Key Skills above).
• Working within a small team and therefore understand the importance of time management and the importance of communicating efficiently to achieve shared goals.
• Working to time-based schedules.
• Have experience working in a very ‘hands-on’ active role. This is not a desk-job and requires you to be stood/constantly on the move in the workshop to work at different stations. Manual Handling is carried out daily.
• Working in a busy environment where multi-tasking is key.
• Working in a role that required you to have a keen eye for detail and ensure high standards of quality were executed consistently.
• Working within an environment that required you to tidy/clean as you work.
  As full training will be carried out by our experienced and highly skilled team you do not need relevant experience in making/manufacturing to apply – but any previous experience may be advantageous to your application. A transferable skill set and real enthusiasm to learn is key to excelling in our team.

• Production processes; making homeware products in volume from start to finish (using machinery and power tools)
• Working with and understanding raw materials (resin, plaster)
• Casting Resin and Plaster products
• Hand preparation of products; sanding/preparing them for the painting stage.
• Spray Painting and hand painting of products
• Hand finishing/painting of products/final touches/assembly