FINISH MACHINE ATTENDANT - 3RD SHIFT - $18.37 - $16.75

VALDESE WEAVERS LLC; Valdese (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Valdese Weavers in Valdese, NC seeks a fabric quality operator to ensure products from the finishing range meet quality standards. You will monitor drying, flag issues, and coordinate with the coater operator to maintain finishing quality.

Role requires basic reading, writing, and math skills, good English literacy, and the ability to work seven days per week. Safety and 5S practices are emphasized on the line.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Proficiency in reading and writing English to follow instructions.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Watch fabric as it exits the finishing range to ensure it comes out straight and properly dried.
• Advise coater operator if tests or finishes fail (e.g., streaking).
• Measure coating to verify width and quality.
• Stamp process and date on tickets; ensure tickets match fabric.
• Coordinate fabric for rolls and rush orders as needed.
• Keep range clean per supervisor directions; assist coater operator.
• Operate equipment safely and report malfunctions.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Math skills

Communication

Job description

Valdese Weavers, a 100% employee-owned ESOP company, is a renowned and respected textile mill located in Valdese, NC. With over 100 years of experience, we manufacture residential and contract textiles, persevering through challenging economic times. We take tremendous pride in producing beautiful decorative fabrics that are seen all over the world. Valdese Weavers offers a positive, productive, and progressive environment, along with excellent benefits.Pay Rate: $16.75Shift Premium & Attendance Bonus: $18.37Job Summary: Ensure quality of fabric coming out of the finishing range.Essential Functions: Perform the following duties according to ISO 9001 work instructions and standards:Watch fabric as it exits the finishing range, making sure it comes out straight without bow or bias. Also make sure cloth is drying properly. Let coater operator know if there are any problems with fabric or finish (i.e.Streaking).Measure coating to make sure the width is correct.Check Teflon coating with oil test where applicable and advise coater operator if test fails.Stamp process and date on tickets.Make sure tickets and piece numbers match fabric.Send or take fabric to a roll up (post inspector). Be sure to let him know if there are any rush orders which need to inspected first.Clean range on a regular schedule as directed by supervisorAssist coater operator.Operate equipment properly. Report malfunctions or maintenance concerns to supervisor.Perform other duties as assigned.Safety:Ear plugs are required.Perform all duties in a safe manner following guidelines established by Valdese Weavers.Report all job related injuries and safety hazards to the supervisor immediately.Actively participate in safety programs that identify, investigate, and correct safety hazards.Maintain 5 S standards.Good communication skills with the ability to work well with others.Basic reading, writing, and math skills. Be proficient in reading and writing English in order to follow special instructions and directions.Basic computer skills.Must be willing and able to work seven days per week.Good physical condition to move buggies and T frames.Willing to obtain PIT operator license