Loom Warp Technician – Setup & Replacement

VALDESE WEAVERS LLC; Valdese (NC); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Valdese Weavers LLC is seeking a loom technician to replace warp on looms in a fast-paced textile environment. You will ensure warp ends are correctly tied and reed setups are maintained while following ISO work instructions.

The role requires basic reading and math, good communication, and color-vision abilities to distinguish warp yarn colors. On-site position with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills required.
• Good communication skills to work with team.
• Ability to distinguish color differences in warp yarns.

Responsibilities

• Replace warp on looms according to ISO work instructions.
• Lease loom for new or different reed as needed.
• Clean loom and harness on bottom warp outs and place warp in tie frame.
• Retie warps with three or more ends crossed and keep tie frames clean.
• Report to warp replacement lead for next assignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned and participate in safety programs.

Skills

Communication

Math basics

Color vision

Education

High school diploma

Tools

17/19 mm open end wrench

13/15 mm open end wrench

Scissors

Reed hook

Warp brush

19/22 mm socket with 1/2 inch drive

Lease sticks

Allen wrenches

Job description

Valdese Weavers LLC is seeking a loom technician to replace warp on looms in a fast-paced textile environment. You will ensure warp ends are correctly tied and reed setups are maintained while following ISO work instructions.

The role requires basic reading and math, good communication, and color-vision abilities to distinguish warp yarn colors. On-site position with overtime as needed.