Fabric Inspector

We have a new opportunity within our Finishing Department for a Fabric Inspector.

Rotating 2-shift pattern
Week 1: 6.00 am – 2.00 pm
Week 2: 2.00 pm – 10.00 pm

Up to £22,000 per year

Training and development opportunities available

As one of our Fabric Inspectors, you would be joining a purpose-driven company and an employer of choice, where we continuously strive to build on our World-Class technical textiles business within a sustainable manufacturing environment.

Our market-leading engineered textiles keep emergency services crews safe, help renewable energy industries combat climate change, protect our armed forces, safeguard the environment, enhance the lifespan and efficiency of road, rail and air transport, and even safely deliver a soft landing on distant planets.

Heathcoat Fabrics are proud winners of The Queen’s Award for Enterprise for Innovation and as part of our team, you will contribute to some of the most innovative technical fabric-making projects in the world. We are committed to ensuring our people have the skills and confidence to excel in their field, therefore we provide ongoing development opportunities for individuals to progress at all levels.

About the department and the role

Our Final Inspection area is where our finished fabric is received ready to be inspected and graded to ensure it meets our customer requirements.

Our Fabric Inspectors are responsible for identifying and classifying faults and is a key element of our quality inspection processes. You would be responsible for inspecting fabric for any faults, ensuring that measurements are taken and recorded accurately. Trimming rolls to meet customer specifications and using various manual & powered trucks are requirements of the role.

Full training is provided for all of our Operative roles to help you grow and develop your expertise.

Skills, knowledge and experience required:

• Experience in operating machinery
• A keen eye for detail and good colour vision
• An understanding of HS&E and quality issues in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work in a team as well as on own initiative at times
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Focused approach

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment would be an advantage but not essential

What you can expect from us

• Engaging work culture
• Environmentally conscious company
• Company Profit Share Scheme
• Company Contribution Pension Plan
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Enhanced maternity benefits
• Fulfilling career opportunities
• Contribute to high-profile textile projects
• Canteen
• 34 days holiday per year
• On-site car and cycle parking
• Tech and Cycle Schemes
• Discounts with participating local shops and businesses
• Privately owned, debt-free company

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