Tackler (Weaving Machinery Technician) Location: Long Melford, Suffolk Shift Pattern: Shift-based role (includes unsociable hours) Department: Production / Technical About the Role We are looking for a Tackler to support our weaving production team by maintaining and setting powered weaving machinery, including rapier dobby and jacquard looms. This is a hands-on mechanical role within the weaving industry, focused on keeping machinery running safely, efficiently and to a high standard. The equipment is a range of old and new, and your work will help maximise uptime, quality and productivity across the weaving shed. You'll work as part of a team of Tacklers, carrying out a mix of reactive breakdown support, planned preventative maintenance and machine setting. Key Responsibilities Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on weaving machinery and associated equipment Respond quickly to technical calls from Weavers to minimise downtime Set and adjust looms to ensure optimum weaving performance and fabric quality Follow manufacturer guidelines, company procedures and strict Health & Safety standards Complete maintenance logs accurately for traceability and accountability Work from weekly maintenance schedules set by Engineering Support and the Technical Manager Manage bench repairs and maintain a steady stock of repaired parts Book out spare parts correctly and report equipment issues Support production team...