Textile Technologist/Technician

The Role

To oversee and technically support the processes of dyeing, printing and finishing of technical textile fabrics, ensuring product quality, consistency and efficiency in line with customer specifications, expectations and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Technical support working closely with Operations, R&D and Quality departments
• Trial management end to end through process
• Data collection, analysis and reporting
• Reporting findings and presenting results to wider team
• Deliver process optimisation initiatives and efficiency improvements
• Ensure compliance with technical, quality, safety and environmental standards and specifications
• Troubleshooting problems and developing solutions

Essential for the Role

• High level of technical knowledge and strong practical skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team and to liaise with colleagues in other functions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical skills
• Ability to prioritise your work and multitask
• Organisational and time management skills
• Attention to detail and quality focused mindset
• Methodical and proactive approach to work
• Good general IT skills
• Energy and enthusiasm
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification e.g. HND/Degree in a subject related to textile technology such as:
• Textile technology or textile science.
• Chemistry or polymer chemistry
• Production or manufacturing engineering
• Polymer science or technology
• Materials science and engineering with textile technology
• Materials science or technology
• Fashion and textiles technology
• Vocational and technical training in textile wet processing (preferred) but additional training will be given

Details

• Minimum 2+ years of hands on experience in dyeing, printing and finishing of technical textiles
• This is a Permanent position and salary will be awarded dependent on experience (Hours: 6pm to 6am, Monday to Thursday nightshift)
• Reporting to: Technical Manager
• Location: Adlington near Chorley

To apply for this position, please send your CV to Heather Atkinson