Felt & Carpet Production Operator

NCCM COMPANY; Town of River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

NCCM is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Operator to prepare, process, and assemble felt, carpet, and nonwoven materials for specialty mill rolls. You will operate production equipment, follow work instructions, and collaborate with your Team Lead and Production Supervisor to meet schedules and quality requirements.

You’ll set up and run machines, monitor quality, document production activity, and keep a clean, safe work area. Teamwork and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow direction, work cooperatively with others, and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing machines, equipment, materials, and production processes.
• Ability to use pneumatic and hand tools, tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring devices as needed.

Responsibilities

• Follow daily assignments and priorities from Team Lead or Production Supervisor.
• Prepare, cut, sort, coat, compact, layer, assemble, and finish felt, carpet, and other nonwoven materials.
• Set up, operate, monitor, and perform routine care of assigned machines, tools, and equipment.
• Follow production methods, operating procedures, material-handling requirements, quality inspections, and safe work practices.
• Inspect materials throughout processing for dimensions, thickness, density, construction, workmanship, and overall quality.
• Identify and report material, equipment, process, safety, and quality issues; assist with troubleshooting and continuous improvement.
• Keep raw materials, work-in-progress, tools, and completed components properly identified, stored, maintained, and handled.
• Maintain accurate, timely records of work orders, material usage, inspections, and other production documentation.
• Communicate progress, delays, material needs, and concerns promptly, and coordinate transfer of prepared components to the next production stage.
• Complete required training and cross-training to support department coverage and flexibility.
• Use required PPE when operating equipment or handling materials and chemicals, and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Support NCCM’s mission, culture, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement expectations.

Skills

Attention to quality

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Time management

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

About The Role

Put your manufacturing skills to work preparing, processing, and assembling felt, carpet, and other nonwoven materials for NCCM specialty mill rolls. In this hands‑on role, you’ll operate production equipment, maintain quality and safety standards, and work with your Team Lead and Production Supervisor to meet production schedules and customer requirements.

About The Role

Put your manufacturing skills to work preparing, processing, and assembling felt, carpet, and other nonwoven materials for NCCM specialty mill rolls. In this hands‑on role, you’ll operate production equipment, maintain quality and safety standards, and work with your Team Lead and Production Supervisor to meet production schedules and customer requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Follow daily assignments and priorities from your Team Lead or Production Supervisor, coordinating with teammates to keep work moving and meet production schedules.
• Prepare, cut, sort, coat, compact, layer, assemble, and finish felt, carpet, and other nonwoven materials according to work instructions, drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Set up, operate, monitor, and perform routine care of assigned machines, tools, and equipment using established procedures.
• Follow production methods, operating procedures, materialhandling requirements, quality inspections, and safe work practices.
• Inspect materials throughout processing for dimensions, thickness, density, construction, workmanship, and overall quality.
• Identify and report material, equipment, process, safety, and quality issues; assist with troubleshooting, corrective action, and continuous improvement.
• Keep raw materials, workinprocess, tools, and completed components properly identified, stored, maintained, and handled.
• Maintain accurate, timely records of work orders, material usage, inspections, and other production documentation.
• Communicate progress, delays, material needs, and concerns promptly, and coordinate transfer of prepared components to the next production stage.
• Complete required training and crosstraining to support department coverage, consistency, and flexibility.
• Use required personal protective equipment when operating equipment or handling materials and chemicals, and maintain a clean, organized, safe work area.
• Support NCCM’s mission, culture, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement expectations.

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow direction, work cooperatively with others, and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing machines, equipment, materials, and production processes.
• Ability to use pneumatic and hand tools, tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring devices as needed.

Skills for Success

• Attention to quality, inspection requirements, and accurate production documentation.
• Strong communication, organization, problemsolving, and timemanagement skills.
• Ability to prioritize work, coordinate multiple assignments, and adapt to changing production needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with willingness to crosstrain and support other production areas.
• An approachable, professional attitude and openness to constructive feedback.
• Commitment to promptly reporting safety concerns, injuries, equipment issues, and quality problems to the Production Manager or another member of management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of production experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience preparing, processing, cutting, coating, compacting, layering, or assembling felt, carpet, or other nonwoven materials for specialty mill rolls or comparable industrial products.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, production documents, prints, and drawings in metric and imperial measurements.

Physical Requirements

This role involves standing and walking for extended periods; using hands and fingers to handle materials, tools, controls, and equipment; reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling; communicating effectively; and frequently lifting up to 50 pounds. You must be able to safely operate manufacturing equipment and wear required personal protective equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions.

Working at NCCM

NCCM is guided by the principles of Faith, Quality, Commitment, and Service. We value integrity, professionalism, resourcefulness, and a commitment to excellence in supporting our operations, employees, facilities, and production objectives. This role emphasizes trust, accountability, service, and attention to safety, quality, and detail.

This posting describes the role’s general responsibilities and qualifications, not an exhaustive list. Duties may change or be assigned as business needs require.