Master Upholsterer / Auto Trimmer

Ofii; Malvern; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive specialist contractor in Malvern is seeking a Master Upholsterer / Auto Trimmer to work on high-end vehicle production. The ideal candidate must have over 7 years of experience in luxury automotive trimming, exceptional skills in handling premium materials, and a commitment to quality. This contract position offers highly competitive pay and a chance to work in an exclusive professional environment.

Benefits

Highly competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity for showcase in luxury vehicles

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in luxury automotive component trimming or bespoke furniture.
• Advanced skill in handling complex substrates.
• Submission of a detailed portfolio of work is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the trimming process for interior components.
• Prepare and bond premium materials to complex shapes.
• Ensure adherence to luxury standards and technical drawings.

Skills

Expert leatherwork

Precision trimming

Quality assurance

Material matching

Tools

Adhesives and foams

Cutting tools

Job description

Join to apply for the Master Upholsterer / Auto Trimmer role at OFI Institutional Asset Management.

Location: Malvern, Worcestershire

Salary: Highly Competitive – commensurate with Master Level Expertise

Employment Type: Contract

We are a leading specialist contractor providing fully managed, turn‑key services to major automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) across the UK and overseas. We handle crucial vehicle projects, from planned launch support and build phases to reactive quality campaigns.

Join one of the UK's most distinguished luxury motor manufacturers. We are seeking a master craftsman to deliver meticulous, hand‑built, bespoke interior components.

Role

We require an exceptionally talented and dedicated Master Upholsterer / Auto Trim to focus exclusively on the precise trimming and finishing of our components destined for high‑end vehicle production. This critical role requires mastery in handling luxury materials for high‑visibility areas such as door panels and centre consoles, where the ultimate in quality and precision is non‑negotiable for our client.

Key Responsibilities

• Component Mastery: Take full ownership of the trimming process for door panels, centre consoles, and associated interior dash components supplied to our client.
• Precision Leatherwork: Expertly cut, prepare, and bond natural leather and premium textiles to complex, contoured substrates, meeting the specific aesthetic and quality demands of a luxury brand.
• Aesthetic Alignment: Ensure flawless material matching, consistent stitching, and invisible joins, critical for components that contribute to a world‑class cabin finish.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain the high reputation of E‑PPL by acting as the final quality checkpoint, ensuring zero defects and strict adherence to technical drawings and luxury standards before dispatch.

Requirements

• Proven Expertise: Minimum of 7+ years of dedicated, high‑level professional experience in luxury automotive component trimming, bespoke furniture, or a related field where absolute precision is paramount.
• Substrate Proficiency: Advanced skill in working with adhesives, foams, and various complex substrates to achieve a tight, wrinkle‑free, and lasting finish.
• Meticulous Standard: Unyielding commitment to the highest standard of finish; intrinsic desire for absolute perfection.
• Portfolio Requirement: Submission of a detailed portfolio demonstrating complex, high‑quality component trimming (door panels, consoles, etc.) is mandatory.

Benefits

• High‑End Exposure: Opportunity for your specialist craft to be featured in unique and internationally respected, hand‑built motor cars.
• Remuneration: Highly competitive pay rate and comprehensive benefits package designed to reward irreplaceable specialist skills.
• Environment: Focused, professional team environment supported by E‑PPL, dedicated entirely to high‑quality output in Malvern.

Shifts

Working hours are set from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Thursday. Fridays shift begins at 8:00 AM and concludes at 1:00 PM. Additional hours may be required on certain occasions at the discretion of our customers.

Duration

Position is expected to last for a duration of 3 months, with the possibility of ongoing work depending on project requirements and performance.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced craftsman who is a true specialist in high‑end component trimming and want to contribute to the luxury automotive sector, we invite you to apply.

We take pride in being a Forces‑friendly employer and are committed to equal opportunities for all applicants. Our organisation celebrates diversity in the workplace and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Specialty Trade Contractors