Fabric Inspector
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Position Overview & Specifications
We have a new opportunity within our Finishing Department for a Fabric Inspector.
Rotating 2-shift pattern
Week 1: 6.00 am – 2.00 pm
Week 2: 2.00 pm – 10.00 pm
Up to £22,000 per year
Training and development opportunities available
As one of our Fabric Inspectors, 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.
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.
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, therefore we provide ongoing development opportunities for individuals to progress at all levels.
About the department and the role
Our Final Inspection area is where our finished fabric is received ready to be inspected and graded to ensure it meets our customer requirements.
Our Fabric Inspectors are responsible for identifying and classifying faults and is a key element of our quality inspection processes. You would be responsible for inspecting fabric for any faults, ensuring that measurements are taken and recorded accurately. Trimming rolls to meet customer specifications and using various manual & powered trucks are requirements of the role.
Full training is provided for all of our Operative roles to help you grow and develop your expertise.
Skills, knowledge and experience required:
- Experience in operating machinery
- A keen eye for detail and good colour vision
- An understanding of HS&E and quality issues in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to work in a team as well as on own initiative at times
- Good numeracy and literacy skills
- Focused approach
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment would be an advantage but not essential
What you can expect from us
- Engaging work culture
- Environmentally conscious company
- Company Profit Share Scheme
- Company Contribution Pension Plan
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Enhanced maternity benefits
- Fulfilling career opportunities
- Contribute to high-profile textile projects
- Canteen
- 34 days holiday per year
- On-site car and cycle parking
- Tech and Cycle Schemes
- Discounts with participating local shops and businesses
- Privately owned, debt-free company
For further information on this vacancy please contact:
Amy Gear, HR Graduate,Heathcoat Fabrics Limited,
Westexe, Tiverton EX16 5LL UK Email: human.resources@heathcoat.co.uk
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Fabric Inspector roles across Heathcoat Fabrics's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22,000 - £22,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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