Fabric technician

POSITION PURPOSE:
The Manufacturing Technician performs a variety of manufacturing functions to ensure product orders are accurately fulfilled. This bilingual role assembles, inspects, and packages quality products efficiently and safely according to the production schedule.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To be successful in this role, an individual must perform the following functions/responsibilities satisfactorily. Performance will be measured in part on how well these responsibilities are fulfilled. This list is not exhaustive; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare materials for assembly.
• Process orders according to work ticket instructions.
• Process raw materials according to order specifications.
• Test and inspect finished products for quality and adherence to order specifications.
• Obtain the Department Team Leader’s quality inspection and written approval.
• Appropriately package and seal products.
• Load packaged products and materials onto delivery trucks; unload received materials.
• Start up, operate, and shut down processing equipment and machinery.
• Maintain a clean and organized work station.
• Utilize company-provided tools, equipment, and protective gear safely and properly.

Secondary Functions:

• Assist the Department Team Lead in tracking and maintaining inventory.
• Notify the Department Team Lead of issues with equipment, devices, or products.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

TOOLS, TRAINING, AND RESOURCES PROVIDED:

• All necessary tools and equipment to perform assigned tasks safely and efficiently.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Comprehensive onboarding and training on assembly, inspection, packaging, and safety procedures.
• Training on company-specific systems and processes.
• Access to a company vehicle for delivery or materials handling tasks, if required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here represent the requirements necessary to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Ability to stand and walk continually.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and push/pull up to 150 pounds; must use hands to handle and manipulate materials.
• Ability to see, including color perception and peripheral vision; ability to hear and speak clearly.
• Ability to read reports, orders, and other documentation.
• Frequent exposure to noise, cold or hot temperatures, dirt/dust, moving parts, fumes/odors, and heavy machinery and equipment.