Machine Assistant Loader - 2nd Shift - $17.15 - $18.77

VALDESE WEAVERS LLC; Valdese (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Attendance bonus

Job summary

Valdese Weavers LLC is seeking a production operator to read schedules, load beams, and assist the slasher operator to keep lines running efficiently. You will perform duties per ISO 9001 guidelines and maintain a clean, safe work area.

The role requires basic reading, writing, math, color vision, and good physical condition for heavy lifting. A shift premium applies to 2nd and 3rd shifts, plus a biweekly attendance bonus for perfect attendance.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Ability to climb, reach, and bend.
• Good color vision.
• Good physical condition – heavy lifting required.

Responsibilities

• Read the schedule and load the next set into the slasher creel.
• Lay-in beams into hook reed and assist operator to keep slasher running.
• Unload dye beams and prep for next set on schedule.
• Perform safe, quality-focused operations following ISO 9001 work instructions.
• Maintain clean work area and report injuries or hazards to supervisor.

Skills

Basic reading

Basic writing

Basic math

Color vision

Physical stamina

Job description

Valdese Weavers is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) company and has been in business for over 100 years. As one of the largest woven textile mills in the world, Valdese Weavers designs and manufactures residential and contract-grade fabrics for furniture manufacturers, fabric distributors, and large retailers.2nd and 3rd shift do receive a shift premium of $1.00. We offer a $50 attendance bonus for every two weeks in which you miss no time, not including our shutdown periods. This bonus would provide an extra $0.62 to your hourly rate.Job Summary: Read Schedule load next set into slasher creel, lay-in beams into hook reed, Assist operator when needed to keep slasher running.Essential Functions:Perform the following duties according to ISO 9001 work instructions and standards:Perform beginning shift walk-thru.Make size according to requirements and maintain the size of the kitchen area.Read Schedule to see what set is next to be loaded.Prepare in advance for the next set on schedule.Unload empty dye beams from the creel and take to warping.Load next set according the run schedule. (check correct lay out if a patterns is set up to run).Patrol slasher for end breaks and other quality problems.Assist the operator when needed during doffing of warped beams.Lay-In beams into hook reed.Maintain personal work habits, which meet the demands and stresses of the job.Get along with co-workers.Follow instructions.Work scheduled overtime.Maintain personal attendance practices to meet established company goalsPerform other duties as assigned.Clean the assigned area and sweep the slasher room daily.Work any scheduled overtime.Work efficiently to meet deadlines and production quotes.Safety: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.Good communication skills with the ability to work well with others.Basic reading, writing, and math skills.Ability to climb,reach,and bend.Good Color VisionGood physical condition – heavy lifting required.