Apprentice Textile Manufacturing Operative
Overview
As an Apprentice Operative, you will gain practical experience while completing a structured Level 2 Textile Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship programme. You’ll work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, contributing to the production of textile materials including cotton, wool, and other yarns used in clothing, interiors, and industrial products.
The Apprentice will also assist in creating and updating product specifications, maintaining accurate test records for full traceability, ensuring product compliance, and supporting ongoing sustainability initiatives within the department.
- Receive and organise deliveries and placing them in our racking aisles in the yarn store
- Complete all necessary paperwork accurately
- Ensuring the Warping & Weaving departments have the correct yarn using the job sheet information and SAP system
- Returning residue stock into correct locations.
- Work efficiently to meet production targets.
- Maintain a safe working environment by following health and safety procedures.
- Effectively communicate any quality concerns and issues to the supervisor.
- Keep the workspace clean and organised.
- Provide cover for yarn store operatives when necessary.
- Train new team members once fully competent.
- Perform other duties as reasonably requested by the management team.
- Attention to detail
- Basic maths (level 2)
- Comfortable with manual handling and Health & Safety compliance.
- Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team.
- Excellent attendance and timekeeping.
- Full capacity to recognise and distinguish between different colours.
- Computer literate – will receive additional training on SAP system and scanners
- Ride on lifter (or FLT) experience preferred but not essential as training will be given
- Physically fit
As part of your Level 2 Textile Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship, you will learn to:
- Prepare for and carry out textile manufacturing operations.
- Conduct quality assurance and prepare materials for subsequent stages.
- Maintain equipment and workplace cleanliness.
- Complete work records accurately.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop understanding of key processes such as blending, spinning, weaving, dyeing, and finishing.
- 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.
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.
