To make it easier for young people in Moray to find opportunities, we have listed a variety of jobs that are currently available.

To support our work we are recruiting to the following role:

Machine Operator - Yarn Manufacturing, Johnstons of Elgin - Elgin

Salary range £12.60 per hour
DurationFull-time, Permanent
Working hours38 hours per week
LocationElgin
Closing DateFriday 15th August 2025

About the role: An exciting opportunity to learn about yarn construction and develop new skills. You will be operating and patrolling machinery to manufacture yarns to be used for knitting and weaving. 

This 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 is starting from £12.60 per hour, dependant on experience.

About You

You will

  • be flexible and reliable
  • work well individually and as part of a team
  • have excellent colour vision
  • have previous experience working in a factory environment or operating machinery