Trainee Shima Programmer

Role Title: Trainee Shima ProgrammerWere looking for a TraineeShima Seiki Programmer to join our Research and Development is a full-time permanent position working 38 hours per week on The RoleYou will trained to transform design concepts into productionready programs for our Shima Seiki knitting machines ensuring exceptional quality and will:Develop styles using SDSONE APEX systemsPrepare machineready dataCollaborate with Design Product Development and Shima OperatorsMaintain high standards of accuracy efficiency and repeatabilityAbout youWe are looking for a candidate with -An understanding of knit structures stitch development and machine capabilitiesExcellent organisation communication and problemsolving skillsHave a can-do attitude with an eye for detailA passion for innovation craftsmanship and new technologyWhat You Can Expect from UsAt Johnstons of Elgin we value our team and understand that our people are at the heart of our success. Heres what we offer:Competitive SalaryPension ContributionWork-Life BalanceEmployee Assistance ProgramGenerous Holiday AllowanceLife AssuranceEmployee DiscountsCycle to Work SchemeSocial PerksAnd 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 sources 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 Date - 24 September 2026