🧵 Job Opportunity: Weaving Technician – Textile Manufacturer

📍 Location: Durlsey, Gloucester 

🕒 Job Type: Full-Time/ Temp-Perm

💼 Industry: Textiles / Manufacturing

💰 Salary: £16.08ph - £21.00ph

Are you an experienced Weaving Technician with a passion for textiles and precision craftsmanship? We are looking for a dedicated and skilled individual to join our production team at a leading textile manufacturing facility.

👔 About Us:

We are recruiting for a well-established textile manufacturer specialising in high-quality woven fabrics for  the sporting industry. With specialised weaving equipment and a commitment to quality and sustainability, we are proud to produce textiles that set the standard within the industry.

🔧 The Role:

As a Weaving Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient operation of weaving machinery and the consistent production of top-quality fabrics. You will be responsible for setting up, maintaining, and troubleshooting looms, monitoring fabric output, and ensuring production targets and quality standards are met.

🌟 Benefits:

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
• Well-maintained equipment and working environment
• Ongoing training and career development
• Supportive team and management
• Long-term job stability in a growing business

🛠️ Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain various types of looms (e.g. rapier, air-jet, jacquard)
• Perform setup, threading, and adjustments based on production specifications
• Conduct regular machine checks and carry out basic mechanical maintenance
• Identify and resolve weaving faults and stoppages quickly and efficiently
• Monitor fabric quality throughout the production run
• Keep accurate production and maintenance records
• Work closely with the production and quality control teams

✅ Requirements:

• Previous experience in a weaving or manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of weaving processes
• Familiarity with loom types and electronic controls
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to work shifts or flexible hours if required

Interested?

Apply now with your CV to emily.whitfield@mde-group.com , or call us on 07441 390 450  for an informal chat.