Lead Dyehouse Operator (2nd shift) - $21-25/hr

Shawmut-Park-Ave-LLC; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health savings accounts (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Shawmut Corporation in Burlington, NC seeks a Lead Dye Operator to guide a team of dye operators and ensure high-quality fabric coloring. You will review outputs, align staffing to production targets, and work with manufacturing to meet engineering requirements.

The role emphasizes leadership, safety, and collaboration with planning, lab, and production teams to deliver color accuracy and process excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Lead a team of dye operators and ensure output quality meets standards.
• Read and interpret setup sheets and SOPs in English.
• Maintain accurate production records and logs.
• Ensure safe and clean work environment and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of dye operators, overseeing work and ensuring output quality.
• Operate dye machines to color fabrics according to specs and dye formulas.
• Monitor product development trials throughout the facility.
• Maintain records of dye formulas and production logs, timely and accurate.
• Collaborate with planning, production, lab, customer service, and shipping.

Skills

Team leadership

Dyeing operations

Quality control

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

As a Lead Dye Operator at Shawmut, you will provide training and guidance to a team of fellow operators and play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our production process. Your attention to detail and leadership skills will be essential as you review the quality of your team's output and align staffing needs to meet production targets. Working closely with the production team, you will prioritize workload, make necessary adjustments to achieve the perfect color and quality, and ensure adherence to engineering requirements during manufacturing. Your ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, working both efficiently and effectively, will be instrumental to your success in this role.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of dye operators, overseeing their work and ensuring the quality of output meets company standards.
• Operate dye machines to color fabrics according to specifications, ensuring correct dye formulas and processes are followed.
• Monitor and facilitate product development trials throughout the facility.
• Maintain accurate records of dye formulas and production logs, ensuring all documentation is completed correctly and on time.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment, following all safety protocols and procedures.
• Collaborate with planning, production (including dyeing and finishing), laboratory, customer service, and shipping departments to ensure seamless communication of material and product development information.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Previous textile process and/or manufacturing experience required.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for interpreting setup sheets and SOPs.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and communication.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work in both a team environment and independently.

About Us:

Shawmut Corporation pioneers textile innovation, delivering high-performance materials for Automotive, Health & Safety, Defense, and Custom Laminating Solutions. Proudly operating since 1916, we now operate globally with thirteen locations across three continents. Our team excels in engineering and analytics, fostering a collaborative environment to meet industry demands. Committed to sustainability and employee well-being, we offer safe, healthy workplaces. Join us and be part of a dynamic, innovative company shaping the future of textiles.

About the location:

Shawmut Corporation's Park Avenue Technical Center in Burlington, North Carolina is a premier hub for innovation in the US textile industry. With a world-class team comprising design, engineering, lab, technical, manufacturing, and program management experts, this facility is at the forefront of supporting several of Shawmut’s core markets, including Automotive, Filtration, Military and Protective, and Health and Safety. As one of the largest and most technologically advanced and sustainable fabric finishing operations in the US, this recently renovated facility also boasts cutting-edge customer meeting and collaboration facilities alongside state-of-the-art technical, quality, and color labs. Join us at Shawmut’s Park Avenue Technical Center, where cutting-edge technology meets industry-leading expertise to shape the future of innovative manufacturing. Shawmut. Materials Innovation for a Better World Ready to be part of a team that's making the world a more sustainable place?

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive wage structure reflective of current market trends.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBS) and EyeMed
• Health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Shawmut Corporation is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing fair employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are dedicated to maintaining a safe work environment in line with ISO standards. Employees are expected to comply with all safety regulations, identify and report hazards, attend safety training, report incidents promptly, use required PPE, and participate in continuous safety improvements and emergency preparedness activities. By following these guidelines, we aim to minimize risks and ensure the well-being of everyone at Shawmut Corporation.