Upholsterer

Posting date:	23 January 2026
Salary:	£14.5 to £15.5 per hour
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	22 February 2026
Location:	TF7 4QR
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	KPI RECRUITING LTD
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	UP-TF-HS-30266

Summary

Location: Telford, TF7
Pay Rate: £14.50 per hour (rising to £15.50)
Hours:

• Monday – Thursday: 07:30 – 16:15

  
  

• Friday: 07:30 – 13:15
  

  
  

  KPI Recruiting are currently recruiting for a skilled Upholsterer to join a well-established office furniture manufacturer based in Telford (TF7).

  This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced upholsterer looking for long-term, stable work within a professional manufacturing environment.

  Job Summary

  We are seeking an experienced Upholsterer with hands-on experience in soft office furniture, including chairs, sofas, panels, and workstations. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, reliable, and capable of producing high-quality work to commercial standards.

  Key Responsibilities

  • Upholster and re-upholster soft office furniture such as chairs, sofas, benches, and panels

    
    

  • Cut, sew, stretch, and fix fabric, leather, or vinyl accurately

    
    

  • Read and understand upholstery drawings, measurements, and work instructions

    
    

  • Repair frames, padding, springs, and foam as required

    
    

  • Ensure consistent quality, finish, and comfort standards

    
    

  • Operate upholstery tools and machinery safely and efficiently

    
    

  • Maintain a clean and organised work area

    
    

  • Work closely with production teams to meet deadlines and output targets

    
    Required Skills & Experience

    • Minimum 2 years’ upholstery experience (office furniture preferred)

      
      

    • Strong knowledge of upholstery materials, foams, fabrics, and finishes

      
      

    • Excellent attention to detail and hand-eye coordination

      
      

    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

      
      

    • Physically fit for manual work

      
      Desirable (Not Essential)

      • Experience with commercial or modular office furniture

        
        

      • Ability to work on custom or made-to-order furniture

        
        

      • Experience using industrial sewing machines

        
        Working Environment

        • Factory / workshop setting

          
          

        • Full-time role on a temp-to-perm basis

          
          Pay & Benefits

          • £14.50 per hour, rising to £15.50 per hour

            
            

          • Weekly pay every Friday

            
            

          • 28 days annual leave

            
            

          • 2 weeks’ notice required to book holiday

            
            

          • Excellent temp-to-perm opportunity

            
            On-Site Facilities

            • Canteen

              
              

            • Free tea, coffee, and sugar

              
              

            • Free hot drinks vending machine

              
              

            • Snack vending machine

              
              

            • Free car parking

              
              How to Apply

              To apply, please submit your CV today or contact Hayley Smith at KPI Recruiting on 01270 589943 for more details.

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