Trainee Frame Assembler

Who we are

You might not know our name, but chances are, you’ve chilled out on one of our sofas.

At Whitemeadow, we design and develop trend-leading, commercially driven sofas for some of the biggest names in UK furniture retail. We’re white label, so the products we develop are stocked and branded by our retail partners. You’ll find our work in homes all over the nation, trusted by both independent and major retailers to deliver great product with commercial flair.

We’re proud to be the UK’s largest privately owned upholstery manufacturer, with multiple sites across Nottinghamshire. We’ve been growing for thirty years and counting, driven by the dedication of our talented team and our commitment to creating products people love coming home to.

But we’re not just about making great products. We’re about raising the bar.
Our mission is to lead - not just in what we create, but in how we work and who we work with. We believe that to make truly standout furniture, we need standout people. That’s why we hire talented individuals who live our values, bring a positive mindset, and take pride in what they do.

At Whitemeadow, we’re here to inspire, impress, and innovate - together.

About the job

Using a variety of materials and tools, you will be skilled at assembling our wooden components, ensuring a quality fixed frame structure, ready for pre-upholstery.

Responsibilities

• The assembly of wooden components into frames ready for pre upholstery, according to the provided instructions and specification.

• Thorough inspection of the wooden components for any defeats, ensuring the finished frame meets the required quality standards.

• Using equipment such as staple guns and a variety of pneumatic and hand-held woodwork hand tools.

• Work to production targets while maintaining high standards.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area.

• Support colleagues and work effectively as part of a team.

• Adhere to Company police and procedures, including Health and Safety.

Requirements: Your Skills

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

• Good practical and manual skills.

• Ability to use basic hand tools or willingness to be trained.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Previous experience in manufacturing, woodworking, assembly, or furniture production is desirable.

Requirements: Your Attitude

• Quality focused mindset

• Efficiency driven

• Good manual dexterity and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently, and team orientated

Benefits

• 30 days holiday

• Staff discount on our products

• High street discount scheme

• Formal and informal training opportunities

• Death in service benefit