Bower Roebuck & Co Ltd

Location: Glendale Mills, New Mill, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 7EN

 

About Us

At Bower Roebuck & Co. Ltd, we’ve been weaving excellence since 1899 in the heart of the Holme Valley. As one of Britain’s most respected luxury fabric manufacturers, we combine traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge innovation to produce world-class woven fabrics for the most prestigious global brands.

Our heritage, creativity, and commitment to sustainability are woven into everything we do, and now we’re looking for a skilled Loom Tuner to join our talented team at Glendale Mills.

What We Offer

• £33,077 – £37,640 per annum, including shift allowance depending on experience.
• 30 days’ holiday per year (including bank holidays) plus a Christmas shutdown.
• Company Sick Pay and Life Insurance (3x basic pay).
• Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Eye test vouchers.
• Free parking and good transport links.
• Social and charitable events, including our annual Christmas Party.
• A collaborative workplace with open forums and quarterly town hall meetings.
• Discretionary Mill Bonus when company targets are met.

The Role

As a Loom Tuner, you’ll play a vital role in setting up and programming our state-of-the-art Dornier weaving looms for new design setups. Working closely with a small, skilled team, you’ll ensure every loom is finely tuned to achieve perfect fabric width, pick rate, length, and yarn specifications.

Your expertise will ensure that every fabric produced meets the highest quality standards, from the first pass to the final inspection. You’ll also carry out routine and ad hoc maintenance, helping to keep our looms running smoothly and efficiently.

What You’ll Do

• Set up, programme, and fine-tune Dornier looms for new design runs.
• Adjust and test machine settings to meet exact design and quality requirements.
• Work collaboratively with weavers to resolve issues and ensure seamless production.
• Support planned and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the mill.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in a similar role within textiles engineering, weaving, or production maintenance.
• Strong mechanical and technical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Hands-on, safety-conscious approach to machinery operation and maintenance.
• A proactive attitude, flexibility, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• A passion for creating beautiful, sustainable fabrics and maintaining exceptional standards.
• A textile-related qualification would be desirable but not essential, what matters most is your skill, initiative, and dedication to quality.

Join Us

If you’re a skilled tuner with an eye for precision and a passion for craftsmanship, we’d love to welcome you to our team. Help us continue weaving excellence that’s recognised across the world.

Apply now: Send your CV and cover letter to recruitment@bowerroebuck.com