Job Description

About Us

Refactory, part of MyGroup, is an innovative creative and manufacturing studio specialising in transforming "hard to recycle" materials into meaningful new products. Working across plastics, textiles, jesmonite, 3D printing, injection moulding, woodwork and more, our team turns waste into functional, sustainable objects.

We collaborate across design, product development, recycling and fabrication teams, creating environmentally responsible products that champion circularity, creativity and resourcefulness.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding team driving real environmental impact through design and innovation.

We are seeking a versatile and enthusiastic

Creative Assistant

to support our creative and production teams in hands-on making, material experimentation, design tasks and studio operations.

The role involves practical workshop activity, creative development, light admin and supporting product creation across a range of materials. You'll work closely with designers, makers and technical staff to help bring ideas from concept to finished product.

Experience in creative making is desirable but not required--

full training will be provided

on all machinery, software and processes.

Roles & Responsibilities

Including but not limited to:

Creative Production & Making

Assist in the creation of products using jesmonite, silicone moulds, reclaimed plastics and other materials. Support 3D printing: operation, cleaning, finishing. Assist with injection moulding and trimming components. Carry out light woodwork tasks. Produce samples, prototypes and small batch items. Support development of capsule collections and one-off products Apply problem-solving and material-led thinking in all making tasks.

Design & Development Support

Assist early-stage design, prototyping and product refinement. Support with Adobe Creative Cloud tasks (training provided) Support or participate in 3D modelling or CAD work (training provided) Document processes and maintain organised production guides. Adapt creative approaches based on available materials and waste streams.

Studio Operations & Admin

Maintain tidy studios, tools, materials and storage systems. Support emails, admin tasks, cost tracking and project logs Communicate effectively with colleagues across Refactory and MyGroup Assist with basic textiles tasks during peak busy periods if required. Manage multiple tasks and meet agreed deadlines. Report progress and any challenges to the Creative Manager

Candidate Criteria

Essential

Genuine interest in creative making or sustainable design. Willingness to learn tools, materials, software and workshop processes. Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team. Strong organisational habits and ability to manage multiple tasks. Positive, adaptable, problem-solving attitude

Desirable (training provided--not required)

Adobe Creative Cloud experience 3D modelling or CAD knowledge Interest or experience in: 3D printing Injection moulding Woodwork Ceramics Jesmonite Silicone mould making Product design Previous workshop, studio or fabrication experience

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rate based on experience. Full training on all creative machinery, tools and software A supportive, innovative working environment Opportunities for growth and professional development Pension scheme Onsite parking The chance to contribute to meaningful sustainability projects.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Work Location: In person