1st Shift Machine Operator Monday-Friday 5 AM to 3 PM No Weekends

RTP Company; Two Rivers (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join RTP Company as a 1st Shift Machine Operator in Two Rivers, WI, where you'll be responsible for operating carding machines in the production of woolen-spun yarns. This full-time position offers a structured schedule, excellent attendance expectations, and a focus on safety within the manufacturing environment. Joining a company that values dependability and teamwork, you'll be part of a respected team dedicated to quality and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong work ethic essential.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, start and run the carding machine.
• Weigh materials and feed the carding machine.
• Monitor production and troubleshoot equipment.

Skills

Dependability

Self-direction

Positive attitude

Mechanically inclined

Attention to detail

Basic math skills

Education

HS degree or GED preferred

Job description

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Brief Description

Crescent Woolen Mills is a manufacturer of woolen-spun yarns located on the western shore of Lake Michigan in beautiful Two Rivers, WI. Crescent has provided the best natural and synthetic yarns to the textile industry for almost 100 years. Crescent Woolen Mills converts fibers into yarns sold to manufacturers of knitted and woven products. The textile operations performed by Crescent Woolen Mills include blending, carding, spinning, winding, doubling, and twisting. In addition, Crescent’s wholly owned subsidiary, Owen Glove Lining, manufactures knitted fleece linings for the safety, apparel and sporting goods industries. Fibers converted into yarns by Crescent Woolen Mills include wool, alpaca, angora, nylon, acrylic, polyester, Nomex, Kevlar and Kanecaron modacrylic. Our technical staff regularly participate in the research and development efforts of our customers to understand their needs and provide guidance in making material recommendations. Crescent Woolen Mills is the recognized industry leader in innovative new blends.

Brief Description

Crescent Woolen Mills is a manufacturer of woolen-spun yarns located on the western shore of Lake Michigan in beautiful Two Rivers, WI. Crescent has provided the best natural and synthetic yarns to the textile industry for almost 100 years. Crescent Woolen Mills converts fibers into yarns sold to manufacturers of knitted and woven products. The textile operations performed by Crescent Woolen Mills include blending, carding, spinning, winding, doubling, and twisting. In addition, Crescent’s wholly owned subsidiary, Owen Glove Lining, manufactures knitted fleece linings for the safety, apparel and sporting goods industries. Fibers converted into yarns by Crescent Woolen Mills include wool, alpaca, angora, nylon, acrylic, polyester, Nomex, Kevlar and Kanecaron modacrylic. Our technical staff regularly participate in the research and development efforts of our customers to understand their needs and provide guidance in making material recommendations. Crescent Woolen Mills is the recognized industry leader in innovative new blends.

Crescent Woolen Mills is a business unit of Miller Waste Mills, Inc., dba RTP Company. RTP Company is a global compounder of custom engineered thermoplastics headquartered in Winona, Minnesota.

The Finish Tender is responsible for tending the carding machine that cleans and straightens wool and other fibers and condenses the fibers into roving (thin yarns). The Finish Tender is responsible for the set-up of the machine, the safe operation of equipment and assisting with the entire process as needed. The goal is to ensure the highest quality product while meeting customer specifications.

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Responsibilities

• Set-up, start and run the carding machine.
• Weigh materials to meet specifications and feed the carding machine by placing bales of blended fiber into one end of the machine and removing spools of finished roving at the other end of the machine.
• Monitor production and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
• Fish out broken ends to maintain a continuous fiber and ensure the roving is spooling properly.
• Refer issues/problems to Lead/Supervisor for disposition.
• Clean and maintain the carding machine
• Document work completed and complete logs.
• Examine material visually or physically to ensure conformance with established standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

Skills and Abilities

• Must be dependable with excellent attendance
• Must be self-directed with a strong work ethic
• Must work well with others and has a positive attitude
• Must be safety conscious
• Must be mechanically inclined
• Previous experience with circular knitting machines a plus
• Strong attention to detail
• Good basic math skills
• Must be punctual and reliable
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
  
  

Education And Experience

• HS degree or GED preferred
• Past manufacturing experience preferred
  
  

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Frequent bending/stooping, squatting, reaching above shoulder level, crouching and lifting (up to 60 lbs)
• Continual walking in a relatively confined area is required
• Frequent standing at floor level and above floor level on equipment
• Coordination of skills performed at heights no greater than three feet
• Exposure to extremes (90º F) in temperature
• Good vision is required, 20/20 or corrected to 20/20
• Frequent and continuous use of hands and arms
• Employees with sensitivities to dust may be exposed to airborne dust, silk and synthetic fibers and are encouraged to wear a mask to help filter out airborne fiber.
  
  

Summary

EOE, including disability/vets; All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Plastics Manufacturing

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