Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Machine Operator to join our team. As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining various types of machinery to produce high-quality products. This is a full-time position with opportunities for career growth and development.

A. Duties and Responsibilities

· Responsible for filling production logs. The log will cover process parameters, production status, and status of finished orders

· Assist team with production line start-ups and shutdowns

· Monitor online inspection system for fabric abnormality and work with QA inspector to determine what needs to be removed. Report to team leader for review as soon as possible

· Place paper in roll to inform slitter operator about the abnormality and the defects to be removed.

· Responsible for changing extruder filter screens and filling out change records

· Responsible for winder operation

· Perform parameter adjustments based on the process parameter sheet provided for the material being ran

· Check production quantity matching order quantity. Work with team leader to make sure the quantity of master rolls is correct before considering the order complete

· Responsible for the hygiene and 5S around winder, calendar and production line. Clean as necessary

· Assist team leader in the responsibility of fabric quality. Monitor and report any quality changes immediately.

· Report issues with Management by communicating openly and honestly

· Monitor machine performance during run time

· Assist slitter operator with Crane/Hoist operation to move rolls between winder and slitter

· Ensure that machine is running as expected, report any problems to team leader

· Collaborate with packaging and slitter operators for break times in a rotation to ensure that there are people on duty for production all the time

· Responsible for shift turnover to oncoming machine operators

· Follow Procedures and complete documents accurately

· Follow ALL company policies with special emphasis on safety

· Be alert to methods of continuous improvements

· Maintain proper communication between team leader and other departments

· Ensures quality by continually watching for any abnormality and reporting it in a timely manner

· Follows company procedures based on safety and uses materials and equipment per manufactures directions

· Other duties as assigned

B. Working Conditions

· Must be able to work 12-hour shifts

· Must be able to work in a team environment

· Must adhere to safety expectations and wear appropriate PPE at all times.

· Must be able to work in high and low spaces

C. Qualifications

· At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred, preferably extrusion experience or textile experience. Those with experience working with Riecofil equipment are highly preferred, but we will train as needed.

· Knowledge of SAP preferred.

· Must possess good problem-solving skills

· Basic math skills

· Must work harmoniously with co-workers

· Must have a “can-do” attitude

· Must be self-motivated

· Must be detail oriented

D. Physical Requirements

· Physical requirements include lifting up to 50lbs., Bending, Stooping, Climbing, Kneeling, Reaching and some repetitive work. Also, must be able to stand for long periods of time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Grover, NC 28073 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Grover, NC 28073: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person