Job Title: Apprentice Tuner/Loom Technician

Department: Cloth Production

Reports to: Cloth Production Manager              

Hours of work: Mon – Friday 6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm alternate weeks

Salary: £24,570

Join the Craft: Become Part of Our Cloth Production Team at Moons of England

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.

We’re now looking for someone who shares that passion — someone eager to learn, hands-on by nature, and committed to producing fabric that meets the highest standards of quality and design. If that sounds like you, this could be the start of a remarkable career in British textile manufacturing.

Your Purpose 

You’ll play a key role in our Cloth Production Team, ensuring our looms run smoothly and efficiently while producing world-class fabric. Working alongside skilled weavers and tuners, you’ll learn the technical art of loom management and contribute to our goal of 100% on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery and premium-quality wool production.

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. 

Who You Are

We believe the best people share three essential qualities:

• Hungry: You’re driven to learn, improve, and achieve — with the focus and determination to make it happen.
• Humble: You value teamwork, stay open to feedback, and appreciate the expertise of those around you.
• Smart: You treat others with respect, act with integrity, and help create an inclusive, supportive workplace.

What You’ll Bring

• A genuine interest in a long-term career in textile manufacturing
• Mechanical or engineering experience (desirable, not essential)
• A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Flexibility in working hours and duties as needed
• Level 2 Maths and English (or a willingness to achieve these qualifications)

Why Join Moons of England?

When you join us, you’re joining more than a mill, you’re joining a legacy. At Moons, we combine time-honoured weaving traditions with modern innovation to produce luxury wool fabrics used by the world’s leading designers. You’ll work in a supportive, close-knit team that takes pride in doing things the right way with care, creativity, and craftsmanship.

So, if you’re ready to start your journey in textile production, learning from the best and contributing to something truly British, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Discount of up to 50% on MOON products
• Life Assurance
• Awards in recognition for long service
• Colleague Recognition Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health & wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Company sick pay
• Free tea & coffee at work
• Workwear provided
• An active social club with events throughout the year
• Holiday Purchase Scheme (buy up to 10 additional days)
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Apply today and help us continue the Moons story.

To apply for this role, please send us your CV and covering letter using the button below. If you have any further questions, please get in touch at careers@moons.co.uk.