FINISH MACHINE MAT. HANDLER - 3rd shift - $18.02 - $16.40

Valdese Weavers; North Carolina; On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Valdese Weavers is hiring a Finish Machine Material Handler for the 3rd shift in Valdese, NC. You will apply finishes to cloth, maintain finish systems, and ensure safe operation of machines per ISO 9001 procedures.

Responsibilities include changing waste barrels, maintaining spray tips, weighing chemicals, and keeping work areas clean and organized. Computerized tracking of fabric by process and adherence to 5S standards are required.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing and math skills required.
• Medium lifting required.
• Tenter frame operating experience preferred.
• Ability to weigh and mix chemicals by percentages.
• Ability to use a computer to track fabric by process.

Responsibilities

• Apply the proper finish to cloth according to ISO 9001 instructions.
• Keep the blade free from strings or other foreign objects.
• Change waste latex and waste water barrels when full.
• Clean or replace scotchgard tips and filters when necessary.
• Check spray performance of scotchgard tips.
• Pin cloth correctly and line up buggies for finish.
• Maintain 5S standards and safety practices.

Skills

Basic reading

Writing skills

Math skills

Medium lifting

Tenter frame experience

Chemicals weighing

Computer literacy

Job description

FINISH MACHINE MAT. HANDLER - 3rd shift - $18.02 - $16.40# FINISH MACHINE MAT. HANDLER - 3rd shift - $18.02 - $16.40LoveLady - Valdese, NC 28690## DescriptionDEPARTMENT: Finishing REPORTS TO: Department Manager/Supervisor FLSA: Hourly-Non ExemptJob Summary: Apply the proper finish to clothTools used: Assorted maintenance tools, wrenches, screwdriver, pliers, etc.Essential Functions: Perform the following duties according to ISO 9001 work instructions and standards:* Apply proper finish to cloth.* Keep the blade free from strings or other foreign objects.* Change waste latex and waste water barrels when full.* Clean or replace scotchgard tips and filters when necessary.* Check on scotchgard tips to make sure they are spraying correctly.* Pin cloth correctly.* Keep the foamer clean and the soap tank filled to the proper level.* Flush out the latex pump, latex lines, scotchgard pump and lines at the end of the shift.* Clean out the inside of the dryer daily and/or weekly as requested by the supervisor.* Mix scotchgard formulas and keep tanks filled.* Give relief breaks to the exit-end operator and coater operator.* Recycle waste latex.* Mix chemicals for the different wash processes.* Clean areas around machines.* Line up buggies of cloth for finish.Safety:* Perform all duties in a safe manner following guidelines established by Valdese Weavers.* Maintain 5 S Standards* Report all job related injuries and safety hazards to the supervisor immediately.* Actively participate in safety programs that identify, investigate, and correct safety hazards.* PPE Required: Safety belt/harness when using PIT..## QualificationsQualifications:* Basic reading, writing, and math skills.* Medium lifting required.* Tenter frame operating experience preferred.* Ability to weigh and mix chemicals by percentages.* Ability to use a computer for tracking of fabric by process.