Twisting Operative

Job Title: Twisting Operative We are currently recruiting for a Twisting Operative to join our busy Yarn Manufacturing team on a permanent is a full time permanent post working an average of 38 hours a week over a three-shift rotation (early back and night shifts).Rate of pay for this role is 13.45 per hour plus shift pay the RoleAs a Twisting Operative here at Johnstons of Elgin you will be responsible for operating pre-twist and up-twist machinery to produce high-quality 2-ply and 3-ply yarns for weaving and knitting part of your responsibilities you will provide holiday cover for the Quality Laboratory within Yarn Manufacturing department assisting with quality testing when required. Full training will be will be working within a manufacturing environment you will ensure production targets and quality standards are met while maintaining a safe clean and efficient Duties: Operate pre-twist and up-twist machines to produce yarns to unload and prepare yarn cones and throstles for the twisting machine performance and respond promptly to yarn breaks and batch numbers and ensure only correct yarn qualities and batches are processed and prepare machinery following colour changes and production out routine machine cleaning including weekly deep cleans to prevent finished products to designated collection production data accurately using the computer machinery faults and operational issues to the a clean safe and organised work area at all all company quality health and safety procedures including the use of required YouWere looking for someone who takes pride in their work has a keen eye for detail and enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment:Ability to operate machinery safely and efficiently following attention to detail with a commitment to product to identify and resolve minor operational issues while escalating concerns when communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a computer skills for recording production proactive and quality-focused approach to experience in a textile manufacturing production or machine operative role is desirable but not essential as full training will be UsFounded in 1797 Johnstons of Elgin is an innovative luxury clothing brand celebrating 225 years of experience in working with the worlds finest fibres. Across three centuries our family-owned company has carefully sourced cashmere and fine woollen fibres from around the world applying the latest technology and highest quality craft expertise in our very own vertical Scottish mills. Employing over 1000 staff our valued employees and communities are at the heart of everything we do producing unique high-quality designs that are made to last. Our brand is focused on sustainability working with natural renewable and biodegradable fibres and we are committed to maintaining a minimal environmental of Elgin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer wholeheartedly supporting the principles of equality and diversity to build an inclusive workforce. Our aim is to embed diversity and inclusion in everything we do to create an environment where our employees feel safe to be their whole authentic self without having to downplay or change parts of their identity. We celebrate diversity in all its forms which goes beyond those characteristics protected by law to include everything that makes us unique from our backgrounds and experiences to our personalities and ways of endeavour to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and encourage any candidate who requires assistance to contact us meet every requirement Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single requirement or qualification. At Johnstons of Elgin we are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if you are excited about this role but think your experience doesnt align perfectly with the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other note all applicants must be able to provide evidence of their right to remain and take up paid employment incountry job is based.