Process Operatives (Finishing)

Opportunities for flexible Production Process Operative roles within our Finishing departments.

About us

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, providing ongoing development opportunities for individuals to progress at all levels.

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.

Exciting Development Opportunities

Are you ready to expand your skills and take on a new challenge within our business?

Our Central Finishing unit is offering an exciting opportunity for two enthusiastic and adaptable individuals to join the team in a flexible, skill-building role.

This opportunity will begin in our Dyeing facility, with the potential to rotate across other key areas within Central Finishing. You’ll gain hands-on experience operating a variety of production machinery, ensuring that fabric is processed safely and to the highest quality standards, in line with departmental procedures and production targets.

The Finishing unit is responsible for applying special treatments and dyes to our fabrics before inspecting them ready for shipping. From parachute fabrics to protective apparel and aerospace to healthcare, we have innovative machinery that can process our fabrics to our customer’s exact requirements, before being shipped off around the globe.

We are looking for people who are:

• Open to learning and developing new technical skills
• Flexible in their approach and willing to work across different skill areas
• Team players who are proactive, reliable, and safety-conscious.

Previous experience working in a production-based environment is desirable but not essential.

You’ll be fully supported by a knowledgeable and welcoming team who are committed to your success. This is a great opportunity to broaden your experience, gain insight into multiple processes, and contribute directly to the future success of the business.

Take this chance to grow, learn, and make an impact—apply now and take the next step in your development journey!

As one of our Process Operatives, 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. Use the Apply for a Vacancy button below and become a pivotal part of the production of our pioneering products today.

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