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Cushion Filler/Regulator (Operator A)

Carpenter Co
Hickory, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/9/2026

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Regulator on 1st shift at our Longview, NC location. This position is responsible for stuffing a foam cushion into a sewn cover, spreading the material inside the cover to produce an even feel and professional look to the finished product.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining best in class quality standards. The successful candidate will be able to communicate with department supervisors, department operators, and production personnel on a daily basis, and maintain a well-organized work area that is safely stacked and properly labeled to achieve the necessary results to meet production and shipping schedules.


Skills and Requirements

  • Must have basic reading, writing, and math skills
  • Ability to work in a continuous fast-paced environment with attention to detail
  • Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and work well with others
  • Basic computer knowledge and the ability to use computerized equipment in daily operations.
  • Ability to work flexible hours and overtime.
  • Ability to operate machinery proficiently

Additional responsibilities:

  • Receive finished product at the end of the line.
  • Inspect finished goods prior to passing on to the next process.
  • Place correct stickers on each piece.
  • Bundle like pieces and tie together.
  • Read and follow route slips and daily schedules
  • Complete all required paperwork correctly and accurately
  • Assist with other areas of the production area as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have basic reading, writing, and math skills.

Must have the ability to read and interpret a tape measure.

Familiar with SAP.


Non-Essentials Functions:

1. Other duties as assigned by management.


Education: High School Diploma or GED

Work Hours: 6:00a - 14:30p, Mon - Fri.,

Hourly Rate: $22.02 - $22.75.

No agencies or phone calls

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit-sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. We also offer tuition reimbursement to our employees after 1 year of service.

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.

Behaviors

Preferred
  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
  • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
  • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred
  • Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
  • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
  • Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
  • Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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