Process Operative; XTEX

Join our XTEX team as a Process Operative, working hands-on with industry-leading industrial production machinery to process high-performance technical textile yarns in a safe, quality-driven manufacturing environment.

Heathcoat Fabrics is a proud winner of The Queen’s Award for Enterprise for Innovation. 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 that enable 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.

We are seeking XTEX Operatives to join our Woven Fabrics production unit. As part of our team, you will play an active role in the manufacturing and processing of yarn and supporting continuous improvements across all processes. This area of the business is the starting point for producing some of Heathcoat Fabrics’ highest-quality technical fabrics.

In this role, you will be responsible for operating machinery in line with the production plan and ensuring the efficient running of key equipment across Texturising, Twisting, Covering, and Winding. You will also carry out yarn inspections to maintain quality standards and prepare yarn for onward delivery to the customer.

You will be supported by an experienced team that is committed to helping you succeed.

Comprehensive training will be provided, enabling you to develop the skills needed to contribute to our future business needs.

• A logical and methodical approach to work
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• An understanding of health and safety issues relating to the production of fabric
• Experience using electronic or automated machinery
• Able to follow Standard Operating Procedures
• Good hand–eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• A positive, team-oriented attitude

Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided

4 shift system.

Reference: REC-288
(please quote this on all applications and correspondence)

• Leadership development and mentoring programmes
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Canteen
• On-site car and cycle parking
• Enhanced maternity benefits
• Company sick pay and life assurance
• Tech and Cycle Schemes
• Discounts with participating local shops and businesses
• Contribute to high-profile textile projects

For further information on this vacancy please contact:

Human Resources Team
Heathcoat Fabrics Limited,
Westexe, Tiverton EX16 5LL
UK