Industrial Textile Fabrication Machine Operator

Picture your afternoon starting on the production floor, preparing equipment that helps create commercial tents, shade structures, awnings, and pool covers trusted across the country. You power up the line, review the job packet, and move from industrial sewing to RF fabric welding with precision. You check measurements twice, make careful adjustments, and feel the pride of work that meets exacting standards every time.

Work Schedule: Monday – Thursday | 4:00 PM – 2:15 AM

What You’ll Run and Do

• Operate a variety of production machinery per work instructions, prints, and specifications.
• Set up and run industrial sewing machines, radio frequency fabric welders, grommet machines, and related fabrication equipment.
• Use tape measures, chalk lines, rulers, squares, scissors, marking pencils, and hand tools to measure, mark, and verify quality.
• Inspect machines, complete routine maintenance, and fine-tune settings for optimal results.
• Load and feed materials by hand or using automated systems; monitor output for consistency and quality.
• Document production counts, defects, and errors accurately.
• Move materials and finished goods using jack trucks, hand carts, or push carts.
• Collaborate with teammates to hit safety, quality, and throughput targets.
• Keep your area orderly and safe; follow all safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• At least 1 year in manufacturing or operating production machinery preferred.
• Proven ability to learn new industrial equipment and product specs quickly.

Skills & Abilities

• Fast learner with strong attention to detail and a quality-first mindset.
• Comfort reading work orders, specifications, engineering drawings, and bills of materials.
• Solid shop math (fractions, percentages, ratios, measurements).
• Analytical problem solver who follows schedules and instructions precisely.
• Understands or can comply with OSHA and environmental requirements.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality; strong team orientation.

Proficiency Areas

• Tape Measure Reading
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Shop Math Skills
• Blueprint Reading

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally pull up to 80 pounds of force.
• Frequently push and pull up to 40 pounds of force.
• Constant pushing and pulling of up to 10 pounds of force.
• Constant standing, sitting, neck bending, gripping, fine manipulation, and foot pedal operation.
• Frequent stooping, twisting, pinching, and reaching below shoulder level.
• Occasional walking, kneeling, crouching, and reaching above shoulder level.
• Constant close vision, color vision, and tactile sensation.
• Frequent distance vision.

Why You’ll Like Working Here

• Competitive pay plus shift differential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Free on-site wellness clinic for enrolled team members and dependents
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match after one year of service
• 130 years in business with steady growth
• Training and advancement opportunities

About Anchor Industries

For over 130 years, Anchor has led the way in U.S. manufacturing of fabric-based products for events and environments—from tents and shade structures to awnings and pool covers. Our reputation is built on innovation, quality craftsmanship, and standout service across diverse industries.

Anchor Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.