Production Operative


Company:	DFS Trading Ltd
Salary:	£25,866 to £25,866 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Somercoates, DE55 4QQ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	16 Sept 2026
Closing date:	15 Oct 2026

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Summary

About DFS:

It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home — and that’s just what we do at DFS. We’re the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping people find a comfy seat on their great quality sofas since 1969.

About the role:

We are seeking a Production Operative to join our dynamic manufacturing team at our Lincoln House in Somercotes site on a permanent basis. This role offers an opportunity to start a rewarding career with DFS. As a Production Operative, you will learn the factory processes and the materials needed to manufacture our furniture.

Here’s what we offer:

The Highlights…

Salary £25,866 per annum + Benefits package

Hours 39 hrs per week,

Shifts Monday to Thursday 6:00 am – 1:50 pm, Friday 6:00 am – 2:05 pm

Location:Lincoln House Somercotes, Derby, DE55 4QQ

Growth and Training:Learn new skills and develop your career with us.

There’s more…

A huge 30% colleague discount, plus 15% friends & family discount across our Group (DFS, Sofology, Dwell)

Generous holiday allowance – with the option to purchase additional holidays each year

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave

Access to a range of high street & online discounts from: Sainsbury’s, ASOS, Currys PC World, IKEA, John Lewis and more

Discounted gym and cinema memberships

Group Pension Scheme

Group Sharesave Scheme

Life Assurance & Company Sick Pay

Full comprehensive training

Paid days to volunteer each year

What you'll be doing:

Initially, your responsibilities will include ensuring that materials and products are available throughout the factory, which will involve significant manual lifting and require stamina. As you become proficient in your role and gain a deeper understanding of the products, you can choose to develop specialised skills such as upholstery or sewing, providing you with excellent opportunities for growth and increased earnings.

No prior experience is necessary—only a desire to succeed and a willingness to learn.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

We extend a warm welcome to everyone, weaving together a range of voices and perspectives to create a truly inclusive culture. As we strive to build a workplace that better reflects the diverse communities we serve, we encourage applications from under-represented groups.

At DFS Group, we’re not just a place where everyone is welcome – we’re a place where everyone truly belongs.

(All roles are subject to satisfactory DBS checks.)

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