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Textile dyeing technician apprenticeships

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Textile dyeing technician apprenticeships - where to start

You can get into this job through

  • a university course
  • a college course
  • an apprenticeship
  • training with a professional body


    • University

    You could do a higher national diploma or degree in: 

    • chemical engineering 
    • textile technology 
    • chemistry 
    You could also take a course in fashion and textiles if it covers manufacturing processes. You'll usually need between 1 and 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, for a higher national diploma or degree.

    College
    You could do a college course, which may help you to get a job as a trainee dyeing technician. Courses include: 

    • Level 3 Diploma In Textile Design and Manufacture 
    • A-Level Chemistry 
    • Level 3 Diploma in Applied Science
    You'll usually need 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English, maths and science. 

    Apprenticeship
    You could apply for a technical dyer and colourist, or textile technical specialist, higher apprenticeship. You'll usually need 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A-Levels, or equivalent. 

    Other Routes
    You could train with the Society of Dyers and Colourists, who offer courses from introductory level to advanced. You'll usually need to be working in textiles production or research to do the more advanced courses. 

    Textile dyeing technician apprenticeships - what it takes

    Skills and knowledge

    You'll need: 

    • knowledge of chemistry including the safe use and disposal of chemicals
    • to be thorough and pay attention to detail 
    • knowledge of manufacturing production and processes 
    • observation and recording skills 
    • the ability to work well with others 
    • the ability to operate and control equipment 
    • excellent verbal communication skills 
    • knowledge of maths
    • to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

    Textile dyeing technician apprenticeships - what you'll do

    Day-to-day tasks

    Your day-to-day duties may include: 

    • developing chemical 'recipes' to produce different colours and dyes 
    • working out the correct temperatures to suit different dyeing methods 
    • testing sample dyes 
    • mixing batches of dye for use in textiles manufacturing 
    • recommending special finishes or treatments 
    • keeping records of the dye development process and its results
    Working environment
    You could work in a workshop or in a laboratory. You may need to wear safety clothing and use safety equipment.

    Career path and progression - Textile dyeing technician apprenticeships

    You could move into research and development, quality control or production management. You might also work in technical sales, acting as a link between dye suppliers and textile manufacturers. You could transfer to different areas of manufacturing that also use dye technology, like the food and drinks industry.

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