Textile Operative

Textile Machine Operatives

Pay: Starting from £11.44 - £13p/h

Various shifts patterns available, all Mon - Fri:

Rotating 5.45am - 2pm and 1.45pm - 10pm
Nights = 9.45pm - 6amLocation: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire

Duration: Temporary - Permanent

If you enjoy a physical job, working independently and being part of a team; this could be the right role for you.

We are actively recruiting for textile operatives to work in various departments on behalf of our client, a multi-award-winning textile manufacturer with two centuries of heritage! Our client creates high quality finishes on an ever-increasing range of fabrics, from the finest worsted suiting, specialised safety clothing and upholstery to public transport.

Various Roles and Responsibilities:

Tenter Operative

Operating Tenter Machine (and other machines where required) full training will be given.
Following Tenter SOP and cleaning procedure
Maintaining a clear and safe warehouse / walkways
Keeping the machine in a clean and safe condition
Moving A-frames/Carts from Tenter to inspections/finishing/dye house.
Following Procedures on worksheets
Assisting in general duties in the factory (multiskilling)
Reporting any faults or inconsistencies to management
Adhering to health and safety policies and safe systems of work

Griege Room Operative

Cutting of fabric.
Moving of fabric rolls and moving large carts around various departments (physical work).
Sewing up and correctly marking of fabric.
Operating machines, tumbler, bagging and dry cleaner.
Re-sewing of Cloth.
Ensuring work station and department are all kept tidy in line with H&S.
Following Procedures on Worksheets.
Assisting in general preparation duties in the factory (multiskilling).

Dyehouse Operative

Ability to locate/identify the correct pieces of fabric for scheduling.
Ability to manually handle fabric into and out of the dye vessels.
Attention to detail required for working with dye recipe's and the distribution of colour to the correct dyeing machines.
Comfortable to work on feet all day and wear necessary PPE.
Well organised and efficient in emptying/loading dyeing equipment.
Ensuring work station and department are all kept tidy in line with H&S.
Following Procedures on Worksheets.
Assisting in general duties in the factory (multiskilling).

De-Twisting Operative

Re-sewing of cloth for the De-twister.
Ensuring fabric is sewn face to face at all times when sewing together at De-Twister.
Pushing carts from one area to another. (physical work)
Ensuring stacking and storage is such that it keeps walkways and access points clear.
Following Procedures on worksheets for different fabric qualities.
Assisting in general duties in the factory (multiskilling).
Keeping the machine in a clean and safe condition.
Reporting any faults or inconsistencies to management.
Adhering to health and safety policies and safe systems of work.

Knowledge and aptitudes required:

Good hand eye co-ordination
Ability to follow instructions
Communicate effectively
Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
A positive and enthusiastic approach to work
Previous machine / manufacturing experienceFor more information please call the office on (phone number removed) (opt 1) and ask for Kamile, Chyna, Georgia or Rico alternatively you can apply for the role with your CV