Textile Machine Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
About Us
We are a family run manufacturing company based in Clayton West, Huddersfield. We have been operating in this location since 1954. We have a wide range of brands and outlets and distribute nationwide. We are looking for experienced Textile Machine operators to join our manufacturing team.
This opportunity offers the potential of long-term employment they are looking for hard working and reliable individuals to become a key part of our departments.
Requirements:
· Operation of different types of machinery
· To understand their operating procedures
· To ensure fabrics are processed to specifications and plan.
· Follow procedures for different fabric qualities.
Preferred skills and experience
- Good level of numeracy, literacy, and general education
- Basic Computer knowledge
- Good level of written and spoken English
- A great eye for detail
· Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment.
· Have good organizational skills.
· Experience of Carpet Tufting, Backing or Cutting
Hours of work:
Day Shift: Monday - Thursday 7.45am - 16.30pm Friday 7.45am - 15.15pm
Machine Operative: up to £12.92 (after 12 weeks training)
These roles will operate on a continuous shift pattern of Monday to Thursday
Day Shift: 6.00am - 18.00pm
Machine Operative: up to £12.92 (after 12 weeks training)
Night Shift 18.00pm - 6.00am
Machine operatives: up to £14.32 (after 12 weeks training)
Full training will be provided for a 3-month period, and this would be on the Day shift.
Benefits
30 days holiday (Pro-rata) - Rising to up to an extra 5 days when reaching 5 years’ service.
- Immediate start available.
- Competitive rates of pay
- Free uniform provided.
- Staff Discount
- Christmas Bonus, Christmas Raffle & Christmas Party
- Fish & Chip Fridays
- Work Events
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £14.32 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Huddersfield: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Textile machine operator: 1 year (required)
Work Location: One location
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 Textile Machine Operative roles across Phoenox Textiles Ltd'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 £14 - £14 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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