3D CAD Designer
Design is at the forefront of everything we do at Lebus, the 3 D Lectra design system is an exciting addition to design and ultimately production, as its operator you will be a key part of our continued investment in the latest technology and talented personnel.
Job description:
* To take initial idea from the our Customers and to interpret the design ready to produce the first prototype and or an indicative cost for the piece.
* Work to produce accurate costs, link the layers to allowing the design to be altered if necessary to achieve the target price set by the Managing Director.
* Complete a material list in excel to be used for costing purposes.
* To develop a design with its final production in mind with special emphasis placed on the best use of foam, timber and fabric in the model.
* Supply development upholsterers with first patterns for cover and linings
* Work with the development upholsterers regarding frame, foam explaining the reasons for the design, then after the first prototype check the consequences of any changes made during the development process.
* Involvement with the frame and foam departments regarding new techniques and procedures of any new models before introduction.
* Work with the Works Study Engineer after he has evaluated new models if he feels changes are needed to make production more efficient, after discussing any changes suggested with the Design Manager.
* To continually aim to make improvements even in models that may have already been developed and introduced, striving to make the production and quality of product the best and most efficiently made as it can be.
* To keep working environment clean, safe and tidy
* Full time hours
* Factory shutdown holidays
* Onsite Canteen
* Free Parking
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Bike to work scheme
* Appliance Scheme
* Pension
* Free Parking
* EOT Bonus
Salary dependant upon experience
About Lebus Upholstery:
OVER 150 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE!Lebus Upholstery, which was established in 1840, has become one of the largest furniture manufacturers of UK produced upholstery, based in North Lincolnshire.We have a modern purpose-built 250,000 square feet factory supplying a wide range of furniture retailers across the UK and Ireland.The present site is over 5.5 acres and is probably the largest one-site operation of its kind in the country. A dedicated workforce, coupled with a strong forward thinking management team, ensures that all Lebus products are designed and manufactured to the highest possible standards.Lebus Upholstery is renowned in the industry for its quality of workmanship and design. Through the 1950s and 1960s, Lebus became one of the most famous names in furniture in the UK, and was reputed to be the biggest operation in Europe.The company was part of the biggest upholstery manufacturing company in the industry at that time - the Christie-Tyler Group.Now, Lebus Upholstery Limited has one of the most modern and efficient purpose-built manufacturing units in the UK. Our factory is 250,000 sq ft, as well as the space in the mezzanine area, and is currently busy producing a record order book.Lebus Upholstery are regarded as the market leaders in the quality commercial upholstered furniture market. In our custom built 250,000 square feet factory, probably the largest one site operation of its kind in the country a dedicated workforce and a strong leadership team devote all their talents and experience to the design and construction of Lebus models - many of which are exclusive.Lebus produces quality hardwood frames from seasoned timbers with all joints glued and pinned for triple strength and rigidity. We create and develop all our own exclusive designs, constantly monitoring and often anticipating the latest trends in furnishing designs and fabrics.Heavy investment in the latest computer technology improves both quality and efficiency, and since all the work is carried out under our own roof, quality control is easier and more rigorous, helping to ensure consistently high standards of design and craftsmanship in all Lebus products.