Apprentice Dye House/Lab Technician

Join the Team at Calder Textiles

Apprentice Dye House

Are you looking to build a long-term career in textile manufacturing with a company that values quality, precision, and development?

Here at Calder Textiles, we are looking for a motivated and detail-focused individual to join our busy Dye House team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on industry experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

You’ll be working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where no two days are the same, learning specialist dyeing techniques and helping to produce high-quality textile products for customers across a range of industries.

The Role:

Working alongside the Dye House Manager, you will play a key role in achieving production targets and maintaining the highest quality standards within a large-scale dye house environment.

Your Responsibilities will Include:

• Bleaching, washing, and dyeing yarns using a variety of dyeing techniques
• Monitoring dyeing processes to achieve the correct shades and finishes
• Carrying out quality control checks to ensure products meet specifications
• Mixing dyes using established formulas and technical instructions
• Recording production and process data for traceability and quality assurance
• Supporting continuous improvement and production efficiency
• Following strict health \& safety procedures when handling chemicals and machinery
• What We’re Looking For
• A strong eye for detail
• Good practical and technical skills
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to work well within a team
• Someone who can thrive in a busy manufacturing environment

What's on Offer?

• Age-appropriate Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage (increasing as you go)
• 40 hours per week (37.5 paid hours with a 30-minute lunch break)
• 30 days holiday including bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Full training and development support
• A recognised Level 3 Laboratory Technician qualification delivered by The Textile Centre of Excellence

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in textiles, manufacturing, laboratory operations, or technical production.

Apply today or to find out more, please send a cv to [email protected]

Pay: From £15,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person