Soft Seating - Team Leader

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Soft Seating Team Leader to join our furniture manufacturing team. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing daily production activities within the soft seating department, ensuring high-quality output, and driving team performance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, and motivate a team of upholsterers, sewing machinists, and production staff

Oversee daily production to meet targets such as “chairs per person” and delivery deadlines

Perform upholstery tasks including creating patterns, cutting, sewing, frame assembly, and finishing.

Ensure all products meet quality standards and customer specifications

Identify and resolve production issues, including quality deviations and delays.

Train and mentor team members, including new hires and trainees

Delegate tasks effectively and ensure workflow is organised before each shift

Maintain a c...