MACHINE ASSISTANT/LOADER - 2nd Shift - $18.77 - $17.15

Valdese Weavers; Valdese (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium $1.00

Attendance bonus $50 every 2 weeks

Job summary

Valdese Weavers is seeking a dedicated operator for the slasher room to support weaving production in Valdese, NC. You will read the schedule, load sets, and assist the operator to keep the slasher running, while maintaining safety and quality.

The role requires basic reading, writing, and math skills, good color vision, and the physical ability to lift. Overtime and teamwork are essential, with a shift premium and attendance bonus offered.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing and math skills needed.
• Good color vision required.
• Physical condition capable of heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Read the schedule and load the next set.
• Load next set according to the run schedule.
• Unload and handle dye beams as required.
• Assist operator to keep the slasher running and maintain quality.
• Maintain a clean work area and follow safety guidelines.
• Work overtime as scheduled and cooperate with team.

Skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Math skills

Color vision

Physical fitness

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.