Synchrotec Process Operative

Heathcoat Fabrics 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.

Our Synchrotec department processes fabrics mainly for the automotive industry. Our processes involve washing and drying fabric followed by chemical treatment applications using our production machinery. The final product received by our customers allows them to bond rubber to the fabric which is primarily turned into timing belts in vehicles.
As Process Operative you will operate the necessary production machinery to ensure that fabric is processed in a safe manner according to the production plan and to the required standard as set out in the department documentation, policies, and procedures.

• An understanding of Health and Safety principles within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work well in a team and on your own initiative.
• Good attention and eye for detail with ability to spot faults ranging in size and colour.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative.
• A desire to learn and develop.
• Previous experience of working in a manufacturing environment would be an advantage but not essential.

Working pattern: 4 shift

• 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