Graduate Textile & Technology Placement
JOHN SMEDLEY LTD · Matlock, England ·
Job Description Graduate Textile & Technology Placement 6-Month Placement | 20 Hours per Week | £12.71 per Hour | On-SiteStart your career in British textile manufacturing Are you a recent graduate with a degree in science, technology, textiles or a related subject and looking for an opportunity to put your knowledge into practice?
Were looking for a curious, enthusiastic and technically minded graduate to join us for a six-month placement , working alongside experienced colleagues within our Technical and Manufacturing teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a luxury textile manufacturing environment, developing an understanding of the journey from raw fibre and yarn right through to the finished garment .You dont need to arrive knowing everything this is a graduate placement designed to give you practical experience, develop your technical knowledge and help you build the foundations for a career in textiles, manufacturing, product technology or sustainability.
What youll be doing During your placement, youll have the opportunity to get involved in a broad range of technical and manufacturing activities, including: Learning about fibres, yarns and raw materials, including wool, cotton, cashmere and blended yarnsGaining practical exposure to knitting and textile manufacturing processesSupporting dyeing, colour management and garment finishing activitiesHelping investigate quality or manufacturing issues and identify possible solutionsSupporting product testing, quality assurance and technical documentationWorking with colleagues on sustainability, traceability and environmental improvement projectsLearning about textile standards, compliance and responsible manufacturingUsing data and technical information to support continuous improvement projectsWorking alongside colleagues across Production, Quality, Product Development and SustainabilityYoull gain exposure to a wide range of processes and have the chance to see how science and technology are applied every day within a working textile manufacturing environment.
Who were looking for Wed love to hear from graduates who have studied a science or technology-based subject . A degree or higher-level qualification in Textiles, Textile Technology, Textile Chemistry, Textile Engineering or a related discipline would be particularly relevant , but were also interested in graduates from other scientific and technical backgrounds who have an interest in manufacturing and textiles.
More important than extensive industry experience is your attitude and potential. Youll ideally be: Curious and keen to understand how things workComfortable working with data and technical informationA logical thinker who enjoys solving problemsOrganised, accurate and attentive to detailConfident communicating and working with different teamsInterested in quality, sustainability and manufacturingKeen to learn and develop your practical skillsPrevious textile manufacturing experience is not essential.
Were looking for someone who is ready to learn. The placement Contract: 6-month Graduate PlacementHours: 20 hours per weekPay: £12.71 per hourHoliday: 32 days including public holidays (pro rata)Location: On-siteWorking pattern: FlexibleWe understand that flexibility can be important.
Your 20 hours can be arranged across 3, 4 or 5 days per week , subject to agreement, giving you the opportunity to find a working pattern that suits both you and the team. What youll gain This placement offers much more than simply observing from the sidelines.
Youll gain genuine experience of working within a technical manufacturing environment and have the opportunity to develop knowledge across textile technology, quality, manufacturing, testing, sustainability and continuous improvement .Youll work with experienced people, develop practical skills to complement your academic studies and build valuable experience for the next stage of your career.
Interested? If youve recently completed your studies and are excited by the idea of applying science and technology in a real manufacturing environment, wed love to hear from you. Apply and take your first step into a career in textile technology and manufacturing.