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STITCHER
ROLE SALARY:
£32,000.00
ABOUT LANX:
LANX is a rapidly growing Lancashire-based footwear brand celebrated for its quality footwear for both men and women. Since its inception at a local market stall in 2018, LANX has witnessed remarkable growth. Boasting a dedicated team of 40+ staff and growing, participation in over 20+ major UK events annually, a store in Manchester’s bustling Northern Quarter, and official footwear supplier to some of the UK’s finest sports teams. LANX is on an ambitious path of further growth and is eager to expand the team with people that share our values and commitment to quality.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
- Sampling and production. You will be responsible for the stitching and assembly of various footwear, wallets, belts, and bags components, ensuring that products meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency. You will play a key role in ensuring our products are to specification.
- Repairs; You will work with the repair team with a strong focus on stitching, but also capable of handling all areas of footwear repair.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operate industrial sewing machines to stitch and assemble shoe parts and accessories.
- Ensure all stitching meets quality standards and specifications.
- Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy and precision in every stitch.
- Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and deadlines.
- Assist in the maintenance of stitching machines to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspect damaged footwear to identify issues such as broken stitching or damaged uppers.
- Perform stitching repairs to reinforce or replace seams and stitching on the upper parts of shoes, ensuring durability and aesthetics.
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SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Proven experience as a Stitching Operative in footwear.
- Strong knowledge of industrial sewing machines and stitching techniques.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and work to tight deadlines.
- A keen eye for detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Previous experience in footwear manufacturing is a plus but not essential.
REPORT TO:
- Report to the Factory Lead for all matters concerning footwear repairs, new products, sampling, and development.
YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT LANX IF:
- You want to work alongside like-minded individuals who share your dedication to quality and craftsmanship and will inspire and motivate you every day. We’re a small, passionate team where every member's contribution is valued.
- You truly value the art of footwear craftsmanship.
- You want to be part of a dynamic environment where your creativity can thrive, allowing you to experiment with new techniques, designs, and solutions. As a growing company, we encourage innovation and fresh ideas.
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WORKING DAY & HOURS:
- Full time
- Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
PLACE OF WORK:
- LANX HQ, Whalley, BB7 9YE
- Remote working not available in this role
ANNUAL LEAVE:
- Permitted 28 days annual leave per year
- 50/50 holiday policy, with 50% of annual leave dates set by the company and the remaining 50% available for employees to book flexibly, subject to approval.
- Please note bank holidays are regarded as normal working days at LANX - however staff may request these as annual leave
MUST WORK:
- Annual Sample Sale Weekend - usually March, date tbc
- 2 additional days around Black Friday - usually end of Nov
- For the above additional days annual leave will be granted, or you can be paid 1.5 your normal day rate
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
- 40% off all full priced LANX footwear
- Annual staff wellness day - fully paid
- Heavily discounted gym memberships at > per4mhealth.co.uk
- In-house HR support & company pension
- Monthly staff social - expenses paid for/subsidised
- Company pension
- Christmas party, all-expenses-paid staff
- Unlimited free coffee
- Friday staff walks up in Pendle Hill
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