Knitting Operator Trainee — Fast-Paced Manufacturing

Giro-Pack,-Inc.; Vidalia (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Bi-Weekly production bonus

Job summary

Giro Pack, Inc. is seeking a Knitting Operator Trainee to support production at our Vidalia, GA facility.

Trainee schedule includes training Monday–Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, then transitions to 2nd shift (2:00 pm–10:00 pm) or 3rd shift (10:00 pm–6:00 am) on weekdays. The role involves operating and maintaining knitting equipment used in the fruit/vegetable packaging industry, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds).
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Familiarity with power tools and machinery is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety rules and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Very good vision and detail-oriented focus.

Responsibilities

• Operate knitted machines per supervisor instructions.
• Complete required production forms accurately.
• Maintain and lubricate production machinery as needed.
• Keep work area clean and safe at all times.
• Ensure knitting material and core material are stocked and organized.
• Transport finished products to designated areas and report scrap material.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Physical stamina

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Communication

Vision

Tools

Power tools

Machinery familiarity

Job description

Giro Pack, Inc. is seeking a Knitting Operator Trainee to support production at our Vidalia, GA facility.

Trainee schedule includes training Monday–Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, then transitions to 2nd shift (2:00 pm–10:00 pm) or 3rd shift (10:00 pm–6:00 am) on weekdays. The role involves operating and maintaining knitting equipment used in the fruit/vegetable packaging industry, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.