Trainee Component Maker (Pointe Shoes)

East Midlands

Craft type
Textile
Opportunity type
Employment and training
Full/part time
Full time
Paid/unpaid
Paid

Provider

Suffolk Pointe Shoe Company
2 Highfield Street
Leicester
LE9 7HS

Details

The Suffolk Pointe Shoe Company are recruiting a trainee component maker for pointe shoes. No previous experience is required as full training is provided.

Responsibilities: 

  • Assemble components to make insoles and blocks for Ballet Pointe Shoes.
  • Learn and follow each stage of the insole and block-making processes.
  • Use sanding machines, hand tools and manual presses.
  • Work with adhesives and materials to assemble components accurately.
  • Cut and prepare materials using knives.
  • Meet daily production targets in a fast-paced environment

Requirements:

  • Good attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
  • Confident with practical, hands-on tasks.
  • Organised, proactive, and eager to learn.
  • Reliable with good attendance.
  • Basic literacy skills.

This is a full time, permanent position at 39 hours per week.

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