Textile Operative

Job Title: Doffer / Spinning Mill Operative

Location: Baildon

Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour

Hours: Alternating Shift Pattern (6:00 AM – 2:00 PM / 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM)

Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a reliable worker looking for a hands-on role in manufacturing? Staff Selection UK is currently recruiting a Doffer / Spinning Mill Operative for a client based in Baildon.

This role is ideal for individuals who are physically active, quality-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment. Full training is provided, making this a great opportunity to gain experience in textile manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out doffing duties safely and efficiently on gilling machinery.

• Remove completed sliver cans/full packages and replace them with empty packages to maintain continuous production flow.

• Monitor yarn and material quality, identifying and reporting machinery faults or irregularities promptly.

• Ensure finished materials are correctly labeled and transferred to the correct area.

• Follow strict health, safety, and manual handling guidelines.

• Maintain clean and safe working areas in line with company housekeeping standards.

Requirements

• Experience: Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, or textile environment is desirable (spinning mill experience is a bonus, but not required).

• Physical Capability: Comfortable standing, walking for extended periods, and carrying out repetitive manual handling tasks in a busy, noisy mill environment.

• Work Ethic: Punctual, dependable, and safety-conscious with strong attention to detail.

• Flexibility: Willingness to work the required 6–2 / 2–10 shift pattern.

What's on Offer

• Competitive pay rate of £12.71/hr.

• Full job-specific training provided (machine operation, health & safety, manual handling).

• Supportive team environment.

How to Apply

Ready to get started? Contact the team at Staff Selection UK today with your updated CV to apply for immediate consideration!