Business

Textile manufacturing

Training provided

Level 2 Textile manufacturing operative

Pay details

National minimum wage

Hours

37.5 hours per week

Requirements

  • A level Chemistry is desirable
  • GCSE maths, science and English at grades 9-4
  • Interest in science, chemistry, textiles or manufacturing
  • Good communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number and analytical skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Physical fitness

Minimum age

16

Description

Day-to-day tasks include:

  • Assisting in the preparation and loading of dye vessels
  • Learning to operate electronic dispensing systems and production equipment
  • Supporting the weighing and preparation of dyes and chemicals
  • Assisting with sampling and shade approval activities
  • Learning colour measurement techniques using laboratory equipment
  • Supporting the development of dye recipes for new and existing products
  • Assisting with colour correction and troubleshooting activities
  • Developing knowledge of spectrophotometers and colour management systems
  • Assisting with laboratory testing and quality checks
  • Recording and analysing dyeing results

How to apply

Please apply on the Find an apprenticeship website.