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Business portrait #1 : Loom setter

NEWS | April, 17, 2023 in France

Business portrait #1 : Loom setter
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Loom setter, what exactly is this job ? 

In other sectors, we call them setters or mechanics.
Here in the textile industry, we call them loom setter!

Take a behind-the-scenes look at this fascinating profession with Sandy and Alexandra, looms setters for over a year at Porcher industries. 

Find out more about their careers and the challenges they face on a daily basis. Precision, observation and reflection are the watchwords of their profession. Today in France, Porcher industries was one of the first companies to feminize the profession, which is still mainly occupied by men.