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Presser (Trainee or Experienced)– Hawick, Hawick
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02.07.2025
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16.08.2025
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Job Description:
We are a Fashion manufacturer that is renowned worldwide for outstanding ability to combine exceptional technical skills and traditional expertise. We create complex couture cashmere garments that we supply to multiple luxury fashion brands all over the world. This is an exciting time for Barrie Knitwear as we continue to expand and transform. The market and landscape are fast-moving and growing which is creating new opportunities for the company.
Presser (Trainee or Experienced)– Hawick
Competitive Salary + Career Progression + Company Pension + Cycle Scheme + Wellness/Health Benefits
Who are we looking for?
We have a brilliant opportunity available for an enthusiastic person to become our new Presser. First and foremost, we are looking for people who have the desire and commitment to be successful. Ideally, we are interested in people with a background in the textiles industry with a keen attention to detail to work in a busy press area however we will also consider trainee candidates with no experience.
The successful candidate will become a flexible member of the current press team. This is an opportunity to develop and grow your career as Barrie Knitwear prides ourselves on hiring the best talent. The work will initially be on a day shift basis but shift work may be required in the future.
We are a Knitwear Fashion Manufacturer that is renowned worldwide for our outstanding ability to combine exceptional technical skills and traditional expertise to create complex couture cashmere garments. We supply to some of the most prestigious luxury fashion house brands across the world. This is an exciting time for us as we continue to expand and transform. The market and landscape are fast-moving and growing which is creating new opportunities.
What will you be doing in the role?
* Press, steam, and finish garments to meet our high-quality standards
* Operate and maintain pressing equipment efficiently and safely
* Handle a variety of high value cashmere garments with expertise and care
* Collaborate with the production team to meet deadlines
* Interpret and check grading sheets depending on the type of garment you are working on
* Basic IT skills required as regular use of tablets
* Communicating with peer staff members and management to work effectively as a team
What will you bring to the role?
* Previous experience in a similar role or in the textiles industry is preferred but not essential as we can train people without any experience
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
* Can maintain good working relationship with internal staff
* Methodical and logical mindset
* An eye for detail and meticulous working standards
* Patience and perseverance
* You have a proactive attitude
* Patient and considerate of those around you
* A quality focused mind set who works to high standard
* Ability to work with minimal supervision
What benefits can you expect?
* 33 days flexible annual leave including Public Holidays
* Flexible benefits scheme – including cycle to work and reduced gym membership
* Employer pension contribution
* Life assurance
* Enhanced Wellness/Health Benefits
* Flexible working – where appropriate to business needs
If you are interested in this opportunity, then please apply to the advert as soon as possible and someone from our recruitment team will keep you updated on your progress via our new applicant tracking system.
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