Your new role
About the role:
As a Cushion Filler, you'll play an important part in creating the comfort and quality our customers expect from every DFS sofa. You'll carefully fill and shape cushions using a variety of materials, ensuring each one meets our high standards for comfort, appearance and consistency. Working as part of the production team, you'll take pride in producing quality products while maintaining a safe and organised work area.
Here’s what we offer: The Highlights
Competitive Pay & Work-Life Balance:
Working hours :40hrs per week working an alternate shift on both mornings and afternoons
Week One : Monday - Friday 5:30 am – 1:50 pm
Week Two : Monday - Wednesday 2:00 pm – 12:20 am Thursday 2;00pm - 12:05am (4 day working week)
Growth and Training: Learn new skills and develop your career with us.
There’s more…
Generous holiday allowance – the time you need to rest and relax and the longer you’re with us, the more time you’ll get.
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave: to give you the time you need to settle in with your new family member.
Discounts: Get 30% off DFS and Sofology products for yourself, plus discounts for friends and family – and savings at big brands like Sainsbury’s, ASOS, and IKEA.
Wellbeing Perks: Access healthcare services, an Employee Assistance Programme, and discounted gym memberships.
Pension and Savings: Join our Group Pension and Sharesave schemes.
Life Assurance & Sick Pay: Peace of mind with Life Assurance and Company Sick Pay.
What you'll be doing:
Filling sofa cushions using fibre, foam and other approved materials to meet product specifications.
Carefully shaping and finishing cushions to achieve a consistent look and feel.
Following work instructions and production schedules to meet daily targets without compromising quality.
Carrying out quality checks to ensure every cushion meets DFS standards before moving to the next stage of production.
Identifying and reporting any quality concerns, damaged materials or equipment issues.
Handling materials safely and efficiently, minimising waste wherever possible.
Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised work area in line with Health & Safety requirements.
Working closely with colleagues across the production team to keep products moving through the manufacturing process.
Following all company policies, safe working practices and manufacturing procedures.
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting ways to improve quality, efficiency and productivity.
This role is for you if :
Great attention to detail and takes pride in producing high-quality work.
Good manual dexterity and enjoys practical, hands-on work.
The ability to work accurately in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
The ability to follow written instructions and production specifications.
An understanding of Health & Safety within a manufacturing environment (preferred but not essential).
Previous experience in upholstery, manufacturing or production would be an advantage, although full training will be provided.
Our Commitment to Inclusion:
We’re committed to a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and can thrive at work. We celebrate diverse voices, champion inclusion, and support each other through our growing colleague networks. We invest in partnerships that drive change, from introducing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower and supporting Doncaster Pride, to partnering with Carers UK and developing leaders with Diversity in Retail.
We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. So, if your experience doesn't quite match the specification, we'd still really love to hear from you.
(All roles are subject to satisfactory DBS checks.)