SIL Holdings
Woven Fabrics Mending Operative
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Mender
Stanley Mills Weavers – Bradford BD4
£12.71 – £13.54 per hour – Full-time, Flexible or reduced hours considered for the right candidate
About Us
Stanley Mills Weavers is a specialist weaver of fine mohair fabric, producing luxurious pure wool, cashmere, and mohair worsted suiting. As part of the SIL Holdings group, we are proud to be one of the few remaining mills in the UK dedicated to this unique craft.
Job Description
We are currently looking for an experienced Mender to join our skilled team. You will be responsible for checking and repairing defects in woven fabrics to ensure only the highest quality cloth proceeds to the next stage of production.
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Responsibilities
- Inspect woven fabrics for faults
- Mend or remove defects to meet quality standards
- Work collaboratively in a highly experienced mending department
Preferred Requirements
Essential:
- Experience mending worsted, mohair, woollen, or cashmere fabrics
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work well in a team
Further training will be provided for the right candidate
Working Hours
Full-time: 39.25 hours/week
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- Mon – Thurs: 7:30am – 4:15pm
- Fri: 7:30am – 2:00pm
Flexible or reduced hours considered for suitable applicants
Benefits
- 22 fixed days holiday, 3 days flexi + recognised public holidays
- Workplace Pension (auto-enrolment)
- BUPA Healthcare Cash Plan
- Life Assurance (2 x salary)
- Free on-site parking
- Competitive hourly rate: £12.71 – £13.54
Location: On-site at Stanley Mills, Edward Street, Bradford, BD4 9RS
Contact: 01274 655910
Apply today to join a heritage-rich company where craftsmanship and quality are at the heart of everything we do.
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