Apprentice Tuner/Loom Technician

What You’ll Be Doing

Support Loom Operations: Work closely with the weaving and production teams to ensure looms run efficiently and fabric quality remains exceptional.

Train & Grow: Complete a Level 2 Textile Qualification at the Textile Centre of Excellence (following probation) — setting you up for a rewarding career in textile production.

Master the Craft: Learn every aspect of loom management, including:

Leasing out/in Reading and understanding weft/warp plans and drafts Transferring information from computer to machine Setting templates and identifying weaving faults Performing gear changes and maintenance checks

Take Ownership: Manage your share of looms, maintaining top-quality output and efficient performance.

Prepare for Production: Set up looms ready for twisting in and support the team through all stages of cloth manufacturing.

Champion Safety & Quality: Follow all Health & Safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organised work environment.

Grow with Us: Develop a deep understanding of wool cloth production, from fibre to finished fabric, and become a valued, long-term member of our team.

Training Outcome:

Potential progression to Textile Technical Speacalist.

Employer Description:
At Moons of England, we’ve been weaving British excellence since 1837, crafting some of the world’s finest wool fabrics, right here in Yorkshire. Every metre of cloth we produce tells a story of craftsmanship, precision, and pride.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 6.00am to 2.00pm and 2.00pm to 10.00pm, alternate weeks.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness