Pleating Machine Operative (Fabric and Textile)

Location: Waltham Abbey, Essex.

Full or Part-time opportunity

Job Description

A vacancy has arisen for a Pleating Machine Operative. Machine pleating is a process where fabric by the roll is fed into our machines that systematically fold it to a style/pattern. The fabric is sandwiched between two layers of paper that stabilise the fabric and assist in the cutting process for our customers.

You will adjust the machine to pleat different styles, which include the following:  

• Side/knife pleat
• Box pleat
• Crystal pleat
• Bamboo pleat
• Mushroom pleat

Duties:  

• Setting up and operating pleater/ pleating machines
• Use measuring equipment to check dimensions.
• Meet quality expectations and inspect work for conformance.
• Perform minor machine maintenance.
• Keep the working area organised, clean, and tidy.

While this list is representative of the essential job duties, it is not an all-inclusive list of duties required to perform this role. 

Requirements:

• Experience in working with Pleating or textile machinery.
• Must be physically fit as lifting is required.

We will consider applicants with experience working with machinery in the fabric and textile pleating/ garment business.

Job Type: Full or Part-time opportunity

Schedule: 8-hour shift

Salary: Starting at £23,000 per annum

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Bonus schemes
• Free on-site parking
• Staff discount

How To Apply

Please send an email quoting the vacancy in the subject title, attaching an up-to-date CV and cover letter to careers@dannells.com