TCoE - Textile Centre of Excellence
Carding & Spinning Apprentice
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Start a 5-Year Career Journey with Camira
Looking for more than just an apprenticeship?
At Camira, we're offering the opportunity to begin a structured 5-year career pathway designed to develop the next generation of textile manufacturing and engineering professionals.
You'll start by completing a Textile Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship, gaining hands-on experience within our Carding & Spinning department while earning a recognised qualification.
After approximately 15 months, you'll progress onto the next stage of your development by undertaking an Engineering qualification, allowing you to build specialist technical skills and continue your journey towards becoming a highly skilled engineer within our manufacturing business.
Throughout the programme, you'll earn while you learn, receive support from experienced mentors, and gain practical experience using industry-leading machinery in a global manufacturing company with over 200 years of textile expertise.
If you're ambitious, enjoy practical problem-solving and want a career with genuine long-term opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
What’s in it for you
- £24,785 per annum
- 37.5 hrs per week, Shift pattern 06:00 – 14:00 & 14:00 – 22:00 Mon – Fri
- 4% Pension Contribution
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free Eyesight tests & Coupon prescription glasses
- Christmas Vouchers
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What you'll be doing
As part of our manufacturing team, you'll learn how to produce high-quality yarns used in premium fabrics supplied across the world.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Learning how to prepare fibres for the carding process.
- Supporting the operation of modern spinning machinery.
- Checking yarn quality and identifying any faults.
- Recording production information accurately.
- Carrying out routine machine cleaning and basic maintenance.
- Working safely while following quality, environmental and health & safety procedures.
Every day is an opportunity to learn new skills, develop your technical knowledge and gain real manufacturing experience.
What we're looking for
We don't expect you to have previous textile experience as we'll teach you everything you need to know.
You'll be someone who:
- Has a genuine interest in manufacturing, engineering or textiles.
- Enjoys practical, hands-on work.
- Has excellent attention to detail.
- Is reliable, enthusiastic and keen to learn.
- Works well as part of a team.
- Is willing to work shifts when required.
What you'll gain
This isn't just an apprenticeship; it's the beginning of a long-term career.
You'll benefit from:
- A salary far above National Apprenticeship wage
- A structured 5-year career development programme
- A recognised Textile Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship
- Progression after approximately 15 months onto an Engineering qualification
- Full training from experienced manufacturing professionals
- Hands-on experience with specialist textile manufacturing equipment
- Opportunities to develop technical, mechanical and engineering skills
- Long-term career prospects within one of the UK's leading textile manufacturers
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Why Camira?
Camira is an award-winning textile manufacturer with more than 200 years of expertise in designing and producing innovative fabrics for commercial interiors, public transport and residential spaces.
Innovation and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do. We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing to create environmentally responsible products that are used across the globe.
Most importantly, we invest in our people. From apprentices to experienced professionals, we provide the support, training and opportunities needed to build successful careers.
Ready to start your future?
If you're looking for an apprenticeship where you can earn, learn and develop skills for life, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and start your career with Camira, Liam.Angus@camirafabrics.com
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