What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sewing & Torch Operator position at United Felts?
Summary
The Sewing & Torch Operator participates in monitoring material to ensure product corresponds to the agreed customer requirements and meets Quality Control requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Benefits - we offer a competitive total compensation package including health, vision, and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, income protection insurance, off the job accident insurance, PTO and more!
Vortex Companies, LLC and all of its subsidiaries, considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or sexual orientation. All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications.
We are a fair chance employer.
Want to be part of one of the country’s fastest growing infrastructure businesses? United Felts, A Vortex Company, is a leading provider of trenchless infrastructure solutions, specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-performance cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining systems.
Join a world-class organization at the forefront of the trenchless industry, where WE WIN BIG TOGETHER. Our culture is built on putting safety first, supporting one another, and delivering excellence in everything we do.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are looking for a team that invests in your training, development, and long-term success, we encourage you to apply today.
The Pay Range For This Role Is
17.95 - 17.95 USD per hour (United Felts)
The Sewing & Torch Operator participates in monitoring material to ensure product corresponds to the agreed customer requirements and meets Quality Control requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Read construction sheet and customer requirement sheet fully in order to meet the customer requirements.
- Assist co-workers in machine setups.
- Assisting co-workers in wrapping and strapping material.
- Participate in reporting any quality problems to Supervisor immediately.
- Label any problem areas in the liner.
- Participate in verifying that correct machine settings are in use.
- Responsible for setting sewing machine to appropriate RPM.
- Responsible for attaching leaders and keeping them identified clearly if needed.
- Responsible for filling out torch operator check sheets for each production run
- Responsible for verifying rolls/innerbags each match the construction sheet prior to the line running.
- Monitor sewn joints for defects like overlaps, gaps, skips in stitching, etc., and make appropriate adjustments.
- Responsible for cleaning machine parts per cleaning schedule.
- Responsible for splicing thread spools together.
- Monitor sewing machine oil.
- Inspect spools of thread for quality.
- Inspect sewing machine needle daily for rough edges or excessive wear.
- Assist with the positioning of joints.
- Keep a constant check of weld (centered and where possible, solid).
- Ensure press roller is down during the entire duration of a run.
- Check propane tank weight daily.
- Stay in assigned working area.
- Perform maintenance duties as needed.
- Continually review supplies and report to your Supervisor any shortages.
- Work in a safe manner at all times by following the company safety policies and procedures.
- Maintain a clean work environment by performing cleaning duties as required.
- Perform other related duties incidental to work described herein.
- Will at times be asked to perform other duties.
- GED/High School Diploma or previous manufacturing experience
- Satisfactorily complete 3 months on-the-job training
Benefits - we offer a competitive total compensation package including health, vision, and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, income protection insurance, off the job accident insurance, PTO and more!
Vortex Companies, LLC and all of its subsidiaries, considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or sexual orientation. All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications.
We are a fair chance employer.
Want to be part of one of the country’s fastest growing infrastructure businesses? United Felts, A Vortex Company, is a leading provider of trenchless infrastructure solutions, specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-performance cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining systems.
Join a world-class organization at the forefront of the trenchless industry, where WE WIN BIG TOGETHER. Our culture is built on putting safety first, supporting one another, and delivering excellence in everything we do.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are looking for a team that invests in your training, development, and long-term success, we encourage you to apply today.
The Pay Range For This Role Is
17.95 - 17.95 USD per hour (United Felts)