Apprentice Textile Finishing Specialist
Overview
The ‘Apprentice Textile Finishing Specialist’ will be trained to understand how to use the Finishing machinery to ensure that production is achieved and fabric is finished to the required specification.
- Understand how each of the finishing machines operates and the processes involved.
- Use the SAP system to track production orders, enter new finishing routes, and, where necessary, amend specifications.
- Record and interpret production data and produce specialist technical reports.
- Utilise the plan to ensure the efficient flow of production, use of machinery and allocation of staff.
- Work with the Quality Team to understand, identify and rectify production issues.
- Liaise with the Dyehouse and Mending departments to ensure greige pieces are scoured and prepared ready for their dye-slot.
- Support the planning of machine downtime using the production schedule.
- Order replacement spare parts where necessary to ensure production continuity.
- Contribute to a safe working environment through adherence to company health and safety rules and procedures.
- Attend and complete L4 Textile Technical Specialist apprenticeship.
- Overview of the products manufactured and the different finishing routes.
- Understanding how each of the finishing machines operates and the processes involved – creating standard operating procedures.
- Understanding the preliminary processes – yarn/cloth production.
- Preparing pieces for processing.
- Controlling the efficiency of production.
- Quality control procedures.
- Maintenance of machinery.
- Health and safety within the mill.
- Interest in science with good grades in GCSE, possible A’ Level would be desirable.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Interest in textile processes.
- Ability to prioritise and manage tasks in order to meet deadlines.
- Hungry – we want you to commit to working hard, have a burning desire to achieve your goals and are willing to put in the effort and dedication to make them a reality.
- Humble – we want you to recognise your strengths while staying open to learning, growing and acknowledging the contribution of others.
- Smart – we want you to be honest and inclusive and respectful of others, value diversity and foster a sense of belonging for everyone.
We are an international brand with a long-standing reputation for innovation, design and premium quality – producing authentic, woollen fabrics and accessories for leading fashion brands and interior designers worldwide.
As one of the select few mills in the UK that can perform all processes at a single site, we boast remarkable versatility and the ability to control each process to meet our exacting standards. Each of these processes required incredible expertise and finesse, which is where our fantastic, diverse team come into play who champion a culture that encourages leadership, creativity, innovation and learning p interacting as one team, irrespective of position or level.
Even after almost two centuries in business, we remain incredibly ambitious with big plans for growth and expansion. End-to-end technology integration, growing new routes to market, and increasing brand awareness are just some of the exciting new projects in the pipeline, with plenty more to come.
Key Responsibilities
- Understand how each of the finishing machines operates and the processes involved.
- Use the SAP system to track production orders, enter new finishing routes and where necessary make amendments to specifications.
- Record and interpret production data and produce specialist technical reports.
- Utilise the plan to ensure the efficient flow of production, use of machinery and allocation of staff.
- Work with the Quality Team to understand, identify and rectify production issues.
- Liaise with the Dyehouse and Mending departments to ensure greige pieces are scoured and prepared ready for their dye-slot.
- Support the planning of machine downtime using the production schedule.
- Order replacement spare parts where necessary to ensure production continuity.
- Contribute to a safe working environment through adherence to company health and safety rules and procedures.
Summary of Training
- Attend and complete L4 Textile Technical Specialist apprenticeship.
- Overview of the products manufactured and the different finishing routes.
- Understanding how each of the finishing machines operates and the processes involved – creating standard operating procedures.
- Understanding the preliminary processes – yarn / cloth production.
- Preparing pieces for processing.
- Controlling the efficiency of production.
- Quality control procedures.
- Maintenance of machinery.
- Health and safety within the mill.
Desired Key Skills
- Interest in science with good grades in GCSE, possible A’ Level would be desirable.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Interest in textile processes.
- Ability to prioritise and manage tasks in order to meet deadlines.
Who we want
Hungry
We want you to commit to working hard, have a burning desire to achieve your goals and are willing to put in the effort and dedication to make them a reality.
Humble
We want you to recognise your strengths while staying open to learning, growing and acknowledging the contribution of others.
Smart
We want you to be honest, inclusive and respectful of others, value diversity and foster a sense of belonging for everyone.
To apply for this role, please send us your CV and covering letter using the button below. If you have any further questions, please get in touch at careers@moons.co.uk.
