Loro Piana Textile Finishing Operator
Loro Piana in Quarona, Italy seeks a Textile Finishing Operator to run automated finishing machines, ensure quality and perform first-line maintenance.
Overview
Loro Piana is a premium Italian textiles and luxury goods maison renowned for exceptional natural fibres and artisanal craftsmanship. As part of the LVMH group, the brand combines traditional manufacturing expertise with rigorous quality standards and a global luxury distribution network.
Role & Responsibilities
- Operate automated textile finishing machinery to apply chemical and mechanical treatments that optimise colour, hand and final appearance of fabrics.
- Set up machines, load and unload batches, monitor process parameters and make real-time adjustments to maintain product specifications.
- Perform first-line maintenance and basic troubleshooting on finishing machines and related equipment; liaise with maintenance teams for complex repairs.
- Carry out in-line and final quality inspections focused on colour consistency, surface finish and tactile properties; document non-conformances and corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate production and batch records, ensuring traceability and compliance with safety and environmental procedures.
- Work rotational three-shift schedules and report operational matters to the shift supervisor and department manager.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years' proven experience in textile finishing, dyehouse operations or related production roles.
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical secondary school (textile/industrial) preferred.
- Demonstrable experience operating automated finishing machines and performing basic mechanical maintenance.
- Solid knowledge of textile finishing processes, dyeing fundamentals and quality-control methods.
- Availability to work on a three-shift rotating schedule; meticulous attention to detail and adherence to H&S and environmental protocols.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3 years' experience in textile finishing, dyeing or related fabric-processing production environments.
Education
High school diploma (secondary school). Technical qualifications in textiles, chemical processing or industrial maintenance are advantageous.
Workplace
This position is based in Quarona, Piedmont, Italy, within easy reach of Milan. Cerulean lists 6 open roles in Quarona, including 1 posted recently. The broader Piedmont area accounts for 99 active listings on Cerulean, 6 of which are new. In Italy as a whole, Cerulean currently features 1.393 open positions, with 41 posted this week.
Culture
Loro Piana maintains an artisan-centred culture with uncompromising attention to material quality and process precision. The workplace values technical mastery, continuous improvement and respect for traditional textile know-how within the wider LVMH luxury framework.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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