Crockett & Jones LTD are expanding.
We are a world renowned family business founded in 1879, producing high quality shoes. The company is expanding in all departments and needs people who are adaptable and reliable with an eye for detail to join our workforce that currently has an average length of service of over 11 years. Experience is desirable, but not essential as full training is offered. Most of all, we are looking for enthusiasm to work.
Retail Career Opportunities:
We are always interested to find new retail sales staff with the appropriate attributes for working in a fast paced but rewarding retail environment. All levels of experience are welcomed so you may send your CV and covering letter for consideration to one of the addresses below and we shall respond if you are successfully shortlisted for an interview.
UK & USA:
General Manager
Crockett & Jones
92 Jermyn Street
London
SW1Y 6JE
United Kingdom
Paris:
Directrice des Opérations
Crockett & Jones
14, Rue Chauveau-Lagarde
75008 Paris
France
Or by email to careers@crockettandjones.co.uk
Factory Career Opportunities:
Clicking Room Operatives.
The first stage of production is to cut the uppers of the shoes from the upper leather and lining leather.The Clicker is responsible for examining the leather for any defects, scars or growth marks before deciding which part to cut the shoes from. A good clicker will be very knowledgeable about leather and the problems which can arise from it being a natural material, in order to maximise the usage whilst retaining the upmost quality.
Closing Room Operatives.
The Closing Room operatives and machinists are highly skilled using traditional machines and require excellent hand and eye coordination to follow the line of the pattern. The closing room comprises of 40-50 different skills which brings with it the opportunity to become highly skilled in a number of areas.
Lasting Room Operatives.
The Lasting Room operatives are highly skilled and use traditional methods and machines throughout. In the Lasting Room the shoe begins to take its shape. The upper of the shoe is tacked on to the back of a last, pulled over at the toe by the toe laster and the lasting machine, before being side lasted by hand. Lasting is a crucial stage of production and requires a steady hand with high levels of concentration.
Finishing Room Operatives.
The Finishing Room is were the shoe begins to become the 'finished' product. The heals and soles are trimmed and to the specific shape of the last, then the finishing touches are put to the soles. They are edge set, scoured, stained, crowed, wheeled and polished, all of which are 'free hand' operations. These require a very steady hand and a high level of pride for your work and product.
Position Requirements.
In all positions we are looking for dependable, motivated and committed people to become a part of our established company the coming years.
They will be well paid, secure full time roles and will suit people who are flexible, reliable and have an excellent eye for detail. Experience is not a necessity but would obviously be of benefit, especially for CLICKERS. Full training offered in all departments.
Please apply in writing using the Crockett & Jones application form.
Download the application form and apply to:
Factory Manager,
Crockett & Jones Ltd,
Perry Street,
Northampton,
NN1 4HN
