Needle Line Tech (nights)

Vortex Companies - Trenchless Infrastructure Solutions; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

United Felts, Inc. is hiring a Needle Line Technician for night shift to assist with loading fiber and unloading finished rolls. The role requires understanding industrial computer systems, careful paperwork, and maintaining needle boards in good repair.

Responsibilities include following safety policies, aiding in machine setups, performing adjustments for proper specifications, and keeping tools and supplies organized. GED or HS diploma is required with on-the-job training provided.

Qualifications

• GED/High School Diploma.
• Satisfactorily complete 3 months on-the-job training.
• Tow Motor Certification desired, not required.

Responsibilities

• Read batch sheets fully in order to meet requirements for that specific batch.
• Assisting co-workers in machine setups and maintenance.
• Exercise initiative to perform job duties without direction.
• Ability to work day or night shift and extended hours as needed.
• Requires mathematical skills in order to work with fractions, positive and negative numbers.
• Report any quality problems to Supervisor immediately.
• Work in a safe manner at all times by following the company safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean work environment by performing cleaning duties daily and on a weekly basis.
• Make adjustments to machinery in order to get/keep material within desired specifications.
• Responsible for repair and rotation of needles in each used needle board.
• Clean and monitor boards for wear.
• Keep a strict inventory of supplies needed and be responsible for all tools used to achieve duties.
• Perform other related duties incidental to work described herein.

Skills

Math skills

Reading batch sheets

Safety awareness

Education

GED/High School Diploma

3 months on-the-job training

Tow Motor Certification desired

Job description

Want to be part of one of the country’s fastest growing infrastructure businesses? United Felts, Inc. and Vortex Companies, LLC delivers cutting edge trenchless technologies and turnkey services to make the worlds water cleaner and we’re growing every day!

We think BIG about solving the world’s toughest challenges in failing water, sewer and industrial infrastructure.

At United Felts, you will be surrounded with a culture that puts your safety first in all we do. If you like a fast-paced environment, a team structure that provides support, training, and development, then

Summary

The Needle Line Technician (night shift) participates in the loading of fiber and the unloading of finished rolls. Requires the ability to understand and make adjustments to several types of industrial computers. Maintain maximum attention to paperwork details and the recording of correct information. Responsible for the care and repair of needle boards.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Read batch sheets fully in order to meet requirements for that specific batch.
• Assisting co-workers in machine setups and maintenance.
• Exercise initiative to perform job duties without direction.
• Ability to work day or night shift and extended hours as needed.
• Requires mathematical skills in order to work with fractions, positive and negative numbers.
• Report any quality problems to Supervisor immediately.
• Work in a safe manner at all times by following the company safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean work environment by performing cleaning duties daily and on a weekly basis.
• Make adjustments to machinery in order to get/keep material within desired specifications.
• Responsible for repair and rotation of needles in each used needle board.
• Clean and monitor boards for wear.
• Keep a strict inventory of supplies needed and be responsible for all tools used to achieve duties.
• Perform other related duties incidental to work described herein.

Education And Experience

• GED/High School Diploma.
• Satisfactorily complete 3 months on-the-job training.

Licensure/Certification

• Tow Motor Certification desired, not required

Typical Physical Demands

• Ability to perform physically demanding work for 8+ hours a day, including prolonged standing and walking, bending, and twisting.
• Requires full range of motion including eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to lift and move up to 60 lbs. on a continuous basis.
• Must possess basic math skills.
• Able to wear required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working as required by the job.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday but could include shift work, weekends, evenings and/or holidays - flexibility is required as job duties demand.

Benefits - we offer a competitive total compensation package including health, vision, and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, income protection insurance, off the job accident insurance, PTO and more!

Vortex Companies, LLC and all of its subsidiaries, considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or sexual orientation. All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications.

We are a fair chance employer.

The Pay Range For This Role Is

18.70 - 18.70 USD per hour(United Felts)