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Post Title: Production Sewing Machinist
Reporting To: Lead Machinist
Location: Daisy Chain (new warehouse on Portrack Lane, Stockton. tbc)
Salary: £25,400 FTE or pro rata for reduced hours. Fixed term until June 2028.
Hours: We currently have 2 x 37.5-hour posts available for the this role.
However, we are flexible and open to considering a mixture of part-time hours ranging from 15 hours to 37.5 hours per week. If you're interested but require different hours, please feel free to apply and specify your preferred working hours.
Daisy Chain is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone in our care and therefore this post is subject to a DBS check.
Please note that if enough applications are received, we will close the job early, please ensure you apply as soon as possible
JOB SUMMARY
Neuthread: where reharvested waste becomes ethical fashion
Daisy Chain has launched Neuthread, a pioneering community sewing and social enterprise project that transforms reharvested fabrics and garments into high-quality, sustainable fashion. Alongside reducing textile waste, we create training, jobs, and meaningful work for autistic and neurodiverse people.
We are now seeking a skilled machinist to join our eco-manufacturing team. This is a fast-paced, production-focused role, working with a variety of textiles on industrial sewing machines and overlockers to produce garments and upcycled products with speed, accuracy, and a consistently high-quality finish.
You will work closely with the Lead Machinist, following agreed workflows and helping to deliver ambitious production targets in terms of both quality and quantity. As part of the team, you will:
- Ensure all items are completed on time, to specification, and to a consistently high finish.
- Support the smooth day-to-day running of the production line, including fabric selection, handling, and machine maintenance.
- Work collaboratively to build a positive, inclusive, and creative workshop culture that aligns with Neuthread’s sustainable brand ethos.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative new project that blends sustainability with social impact, playing a vital role in producing high-quality garments at scale, contributing to both sustainability goals and Neuthread’s growing reputation.
KEY TASKS
- Meet daily and weekly production targets for garments and upcycled products, ensuring all items are completed to specification, on time, and to a consistently high finish.
- Operate a range of industrial sewing machines and overlockers with precision and efficiency, carrying out sewing, stitching, and finishing tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Work from set patterns and technical specifications, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all garments produced.
- Prepare and process textiles (cutting, sewing, finishing) to maximise speed and throughput while maintaining high quality standards.
- Support the smooth running of the production line, including fabric handling, machine maintenance, and workflow efficiency.
- Communicate effectively with the Lead Machinist and production team to prioritise workloads and resolve any production issues quickly.
- Ensure all garments meet Daisy Chain’s brand standards for quality, durability, and finish before release to retail.
Additional Tasks:
- Comply with Daisy Chain’s Health and Safety policies in all employment practices.
- Work in ways that promote equality, opportunity, participation, and responsibility.
- Maintain the integrity of the Daisy Chain brand in all internal and external communications.
- Contribute proactively to the role and responsibilities, maintaining a positive ethos within the organisation.
- Attend staff meetings and contribute to continuous service improvement and quality initiatives.
- Ensure attendance and engagement with all required training and development activities.
- Any other reasonable tasks as required, in line with the level of the post.
- To ensure that confidential/sensitive information is handled in an appropriate manner and in line with GDPR
- Work in a way that contributes to the continuous improvement of the Charity’s services and embraces the organisations quality initiatives
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Experience
- A background and experience in working with a broad range of textiles, including clothing, denim, leather, and cotton. E, A, I & T
- Experience of making or adapting clothing in a production-line or factory setup, meeting set targets and deadlines. E, A, I & T
- Ability to create clothing from set patterns, working to established designs and specifications. E, A & T
- Experience in working under pressure to meet production targets and deadlines while maintaining quality standards. E, A & I
- Previous experience of working within a team in a manufacturing or factory environment. E, A & I
- Experience in using industrial sewing machines, overlockers, and other related equipment to produce clothing. E, A & T
- Ability to work at speed without compromising on quality. E (A,T)
- Demonstrated accuracy in sewing and finishing across a range of textiles – E (A, I, T)
- Creative and flexible approach to working, including adapting to different styles, materials, and techniques based on production needs. E & I
- Organised approach to practical work with excellent attention to detail, ensuring all garments meet high-quality standards. E, A & I
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively while meeting production targets. E, A, I & T
Qualifications/Skills
- Tailoring qualification or similar, OR relevant qualification/experience in garment production. E & A
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to work collaboratively with the design team and production staff. E, A & I
- Ability to use an overlocker and industrial sewing machines with confidence and accuracy. E, A, I & T
- Practical and creative skills, with the ability to transform donated textiles into desirable, fashionable items. E, A & T
- Ability to use a range of equipment and tools associated with the garment production process. E, A & T
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong practical skills in garment creation, including pattern cutting, sewing, and finishing techniques. E, A & T
- Understanding of how to make clothing from patterns and the ability to adapt designs where necessary. E, A, I & T
- Knowledge of safety regulations and legal requirements related to textile production, including fire retardancy standards. E, A & I
- Ability to follow production targets and timelines, ensuring efficient workflow and meeting deadlines. E, A & I
- Understanding of sustainable fashion practices and upcycling techniques to maximise the value of donated textiles. E, A & I
Other
- A passion for sustainability, upcycling, and contributing to environmental and community-driven initiatives. E, I & A
- Ability to demonstrate empathy and understanding in working with a diverse team and community volunteers. E, I & A
- Sympathetic with the aims of Daisy Chain, including its values in social inclusion and environmental sustainability. E & A
- Comfortable working in a structured environment with clear performance expectations and targets. E, I & A
- Ability to form positive relationships with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and needs. E, I & A
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Salary:£53,500 - £56,268 per annum
Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
Closing date: 12 July 2026 at 11pm
Interview date: 15 - 17 July 2026
About CARE
CARE International is a global humanitarian organisation leading the fight to end poverty in the world’s most challenging situations. Women and girls are at the centre of our work, because we cannot overcome poverty and inequality until all people have equal rights and opportunities. We know that when a crisis erupts, women are often the first to pick up the pieces, so we work alongside women, so they have the power to make change where it’s needed most. Founded in 1945, CARE currently works in over 100 countries and last year alone reached 53.4 million people through nearly 1,500 projects.
Why work for CARE International UK?
This is an exciting time to join CARE International UK. We are embarking on a new four-year organisational strategy, and our Advocacy and Influencing Team sits at the heart of it - leading efforts to sure up the UK Government's political commitment to women and girls, move power and resources to women-led organisations, and build networked advocacy for the issues we care most about.
This is also a pivotal moment for the wider sector. In a political environment marked by growing scepticism toward international aid, the mainstreaming of anti-gender narratives, and increasingly polarised public discourse, the case for gender equality has never needed making more urgently or more skilfully. At CIUK, you'll be working at the frontline of that challenge, helping to ensure or advocacy on gender equality is not only technically rigorous but politically resonant and accessible to the audiences who are shaping the debate.
About you
You are an experienced, politically astute advocate with a strong track record of influencing policy change on gender equality or international development. You thrive in complex, collaborative environments and know how to translate evidence into compelling political asks.
You will bring:
· Significant advocacy or public affairs experience, with a deep understanding of the UK Government, Parliament, and relevant political institutions
· Demonstrable expertise on gender in emergencies, violence against women and girls, or related areas of international development
· Experience developing and delivering successful policy initiatives that have shifted attitudes, behaviour or legislation
· Strong leadership skills, including experience managing teams across time zones and working in co-management or consortium structures
· Excellent communication skills (written and oral) with the ability to distil complexity for senior political audiences and the confidence to speak to media
· A genuine commitment to feminist principles, equity, diversity and inclusion, and to centring the voices of women's rights organisations in advocacy work
Experience working on violence against women and girls and familiarity with FCDO-funded programmes, are highly desirable.
About the role
This is a rare opportunity to lead advocacy on two of the most important fronts in international development. You will co-lead the External Engagement and Influencing workstream of What Works to Prevent Violence – Impact at Scale (What Works II), a FCDO-funded programme working to prevent and eliminate violence against women and girls globally. Alongside this, you will drive CIUK's own influencing work on gender equality, shaping UK Government policy and building CIUK's reputation as a thought leader on gender justice.
You will co-manage a global team of six advocacy and communications professionals for What Works and represent CIUK at senior levels across FCDO and UK Parliament, with sector colleagues, global and domestic women’s rights organisations and influential thought leaders. You will oversee the development of high-impact advocacy products, events and influencing strategies for both briefs.
This role sits in the Programme and Policy team and is line-managed by the Head of Advocacy & Influencing.
Right to Work in the UK
All applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom at the time of appointment. Proof of right to work will be required as part of the recruitment process. For more information, please visit the UK Government's guidance on right to work.
Where you do not have current right to work in the UK, then this will be discussed with you as part of the recruitment process. Please note that not all roles are eligible for sponsorship and further information (should you require sponsorship to work in the UK) on eligibility can be found here.
Safeguarding
CARE International UK has a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse to, sexual harassment of or exploitation of, a vulnerable adult or child by any of our staff, representatives or partners. CARE International UK expects all staff to share this commitment through our Safeguarding Policy (link here) and our Code of Conduct (link here). They are responsible for ensuring they understand and work within the remit of these policies throughout their time at CARE International UK.
Safeguarding our beneficiaries is our top priority in everything we do, including recruitment. All offers of employment at CARE International UK are subject to:
· Satisfactory references. CARE International UK participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (link here). In line with this Scheme, we will request information from successful applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.
· Appropriate criminal record checks (including a Bridger check, link here).
By submitting an application, the applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Equality and Diversity
We are committed to Equality and value Diversity. We are a Disability Confident Employer and particularly welcome applications from disabled people. We guarantee interviews to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role (see person specification). If you require the candidate brief or need to submit your application in an alternative format, because of a disability, please do get in touch by sending an email to the HR Team.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We particularly welcome applications from people of underrepresented backgrounds, including those from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority communities, and individuals who identify as LGBTQ+.
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