What you’ll do:
- Operates looms equipped with automatic motions to stop loom at yarn breaks or after weaving specified number of picks.
- Follows specifications to reed and install reeds into various looms.
- Replaces defective shuttles, tension springs, and shuttle eyes, using hand tools.
- May replace defective heddles and doups, using hand tools on shuttle looms.
- Makes quills.
- May doff grafts from the looms.
- Draws in warp yarn according to specifications.
- Follows procedures to install lease(s)/lease rods and knot tying warp(s) as necessary.
- Completes all documentation requirements.
- Manufactures various fabrics and woven products according to requirements.
- Identifies and corrects defects.
- Records qualitative and quantitative measurements in accordance with internal specifications
- Makes processing adjustments to ensure quality product.
- Additional job duties as assigned.
Who you are:
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
- Previous weaving experience preferred, but not required. Company will train the right candidate.
- Requires frequent standing, bending, and kneeling to monitor, maintain & troubleshoot machinery.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds, including yarn spools and spools of finished product
- Basic understanding of good manufacturing practices and working within regulated industries
- Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability to get along well with others and work in a team environment
- Ability to properly complete paperwork as required according to work instructions, standards or other specifications.
- Excellent dependability and reliability
- Organized and detail oriented
- Energetic, enthusiastic, and motivated disposition
- Basic computer skills and ability to use MS Office for email
- Willingness to accept change, learn, and work with new processes
- Familiarity with an ERP system preferred