Manufacturing Textile Weaver

Bedford Weaving; Bedford (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurnace

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays (7)

Life Insurance (Company provided with 

Job summary

Bedford Weaving in Bedford, VA is seeking a loom operator to run multiple looms, follow SOPs, and produce fabric that meets strict quality standards. You will monitor equipment, adjust materials, and inspect finished products within a safety-focused, collaborative manufacturing setting.

The role requires attention to detail, reliable shift attendance, and the ability to work rotating shifts in a high-noise environment with PPE and safety protocols. Training is provided on the job.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage time and multiple priorities.
• Precise manual dexterity is required.
• Excellent attention to detail and safety.
• Must be able to work assigned shift and overtime as necessary.
• Dependability and reliability are required.
• Good vision required.

Responsibilities

• Operates multiple looms simultaneously to meet production goals
• Must be able to follow the SOP’s
• Manufactures various fabrics and woven products according to requirements
• Monitors looms to ensure that fabric meets quality standards
• Stop and start machines as necessary to add materials and ensure the machine is functioning properly
• Inspects fabric to prevent, identify, and flag any defects
• Keeps all equipment and work areas clean and maintained
• Works in a safe manner and reports any unsafe conditions to management
• Teamwork, collaboration, and adaptability to changing work environment and business needs

Skills

Time management

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Overtime availability

Dependability

Good vision

Job description

Company Description

Nestled in the historic town of Bedford, Virginia, Bedford Weaving has been a staple in the community for many years. After starting as a silk weaving mill in the 1930s, Belding-Heminway, one of the oldest textile companies founded in this country, purchased the company. Belding-Heminway continued to operate until Mr. Garbarini purchased the business in 1982 and the company has continued to see success and growth through subsequent generations of the Garbarini family.

Belding-Hemingway played an important role in the manufacturing of thread for parachutes during WWII1. The Garbarini family has kept this rich tradition alive today by continuing to supply to companies that produce American made products.

Job Description

Duties/Responsibilities

• Operates multiple looms simultaneously to meet production goals
• Must be able to follow the SOP’s
• Manufactures various fabrics and woven products according to requirements
• Monitors looms to ensure that fabric meets quality standards
• Stop and start machines as necessary to add materials and ensure the machine is functioning properly
• Inspects fabric to prevent, identify, and flag any defects
• Keeps all equipment and work areas clean and maintained
• Works in a safe manner and reports any unsafe conditions to management
• Teamwork, collaboration, and adaptability to changing work environment and business needs

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to manage time and multiple priorities
• Precise manual dexterity is required
• Excellent attention to detail and safety
• Must be able to work assigned shift and overtime as necessary
• Dependability and reliability are required
• Good vision required

Physical Requirements

• Moving, bending, and pushing
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance
• Adhere to safety requirements including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing setting.
• Must be able to rotate shifts monthly
• Shifts are as follows: 7AM – 3PM, 3PM – 11PM, 11PM – 7AM
• Moderate to high noise levels at times (PPE and testing provided).
• May require the use of sharp tools to cut materials.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

All offers of employment are contingent on passing a drug screen as well as a background investigation (including criminal courts history, social security name and number verification).

The company provides reasonable accommodations for disabilities.

Applications are reviewed from Wednesday - Friday.

No relocation or sponsorship at this time.

Benefits

• Medical Insurnace
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays (7)
• Life Insurance (Company provided with the option to purchase additional coverage)
• On the job training
• Several bonus opportunities