Twenty new jobs created at Coalisland bed manufacturer

by Q Radio News

Twenty new jobs are to be created at Coalisland based Restwell Manufacturing Ltd.

It’s just received a £475,000 cash injection to expand its production capabilities and workforce. The company has received support from Invest Northern Ireland.

The company is encouraging applications from school leavers and those returning to work.

Restwell manufactures mattresses, headboards and divan beds for the wholesale and retail markets.

Invest NI has offered Restwell Manufacturing over £112,000 towards the purchase of new equipment, marketing costs and the recruitment of the 20 new jobs.

Speaking about Restwell’s expansion plans, Director Artur Slizak, says demand for mattresses is growing across the Republic of Ireland and UK as customers look for locally made, quality products.

 “The new equipment we’ve purchased gives us the capacity to deliver our target volumes and recruitment is ongoing to expand our team of production operatives. Participation on Invest NI’s Design Active programme has also been hugely beneficial in establishing our brand image,” he says.

Jeremy Fitch, Invest NI’s Executive Director of Business and Sector Development, says the investment will generate over £270,000 annually in additional salaries which is encouraging news for the Mid Ulster region.

“The majority of the new roles being created provide the recruits with an opportunity to develop valuable manufacturing skills that will contribute to a growing industry in Northern Ireland,” he adds.

The 20 new jobs include 15 production operatives, two delivery drivers, a Production Manager and a Production Supervisor. Thirteen of the roles are already in place.