What are the responsibilities and job description for the Textile Operator - Weekend Shift: 12-hour Nights position at Solesis?
What we are looking for:
The Textile Operator / Weaver sets up and operates looms to manufacture and produces products for medical and/or industrial clients. The incumbent is assigned to Industrial Weaving or Medical Weaving and typically operates either a broad loom or a shuttle loom.
Shift: 12-hour shifts: every Saturday and Sunday plus Friday or Monday 5:00pm-5:00am with training on weekend day shift.
What you will do:
- 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.
- Accurately logs machines down time reason with use of a tablet.
Who you are:
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 0–1-year related experience.
- Ability to effectively communicate with coworkers and management.
- Must be able to hand off the status of jobs to overlapping shifts.
- Ability to understand and follow the requirements of applicable work instructions and/or internal specifications.
- Ability to read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, work instructions, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
- Possess basic mathematical skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- 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 read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
- Possess basic mathematical skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Self-starter with ability to work in a high paced environment and follow WI’s and SOP’s.
- Ability to properly complete paperwork as required according to work instructions, standards, or other specifications.
- Excellent dependability and reliability.
- Organized and detail oriented.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong organizational/time management skills.
- Energetic, enthusiastic, and motivational disposition.
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact with various levels of the organization.
- 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.
What we offer:
- Paid Breaks
- Annual Bonuses
- Shift Differentials
- Health Insurance: Medical with Rx plan / Dental / Vision
- 401k (retirement savings) with excellent company match
- Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Generous Paid Time off and Holiday Pay