Textile Technologist
What is a Textile Technologist?
Textile Technologists are concerned with the scientific makeup of fabrics. They may work in production, quality control, sourcing or research and development teams.
What does a Textile Technologist do?
· sourcing fabrics that are fit for purpose
· conducting quality control tests
· experimenting with dyeing and production processes
· managing a team of people
· liaising with fabric suppliers
HOURS AND ENVIRONMENT:
Typical hours: around 40 a week.
Environment: office within a production facility, travel within the UK and overseas is common.
SKILLS AND INTERESTS:
· able to lead a team and prioritise workloads
· have excellent communication and organisation skills
· be knowledgeable of production processes and textile fabrics
· be creative and resourceful
· interested in solving problems and experimenting with new ideas
ANNUAL INCOME :
Starting salary: around £21,000 a year, increasing to between £35,000 and £45,000 a year with experience.
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