Packing Operator

The Lycra Company LLC; Waynesboro (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K Plan

Paid Vacation

Ten paid holidays

Educational assistance

Career advancement

Shift differential

Overtime opportunities

Bonus potential

Job summary

The LYCRA Company in Waynesboro, VA is seeking Packing Operators for full-time roles. The position involves packing yarn, maintaining the flow of materials, and operating fork trucks and computer systems.

Starting wages range from $19.29 to $20.31 per hour with a $1 evening shift differential, overtime opportunities, and a benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k). Paid vacation and ten holidays are provided.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts including weekends.
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing plant setting.
• Ability to sit, stand up to 7 hours, walk up to 3 hours, bend/stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, balance, and reach.
• Able to lift continuously up to 10 lb, frequently up to 20 lb, occasionally up to 50 lb.
• Frequent push/pull up to 50 lb; carry up to 10 lb occasionally 20 lb.
• Must pass a physical abilities test.

Responsibilities

• 12-hour shifts rotating between days and nights.
• Commitment to EH&S practices.
• Actively participate in productivity and quality improvements.
• Complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Pack yarn for shipment; maintain flow of materials.
• Operate fork trucks and computer systems.
• Communicate effectively with team and other areas.
• Interpret and execute on site work procedures.
• Perform basic arithmetic as required.

Job description

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Packing Operator

Full Time Laborers-Helpers WAYNESBORO, VA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1428

Salary Range: $19.29 To $20.31 Hourly

The LYCRA Company is a premier supplier of differentiated fiber products from a global manufacturing base with assets in Europe, USA, Mexico, Brazil, China, and Singapore.

Our Apparel business works with leading consumer brands, retailers and fabric mills all over the world to leverage our innovative ingredient brand fibers including LYCRA® fiber, COOLMAX® fabric, THERMOLITE® fabric, SUPPLEX® fabric and TACTEL® fiber. The LYCRA Company is a leading supplier in the global apparel markets including ready-to-wear, intimate apparel, swimwear, activewear, outdoor and career apparel.

The LYCRA Company, widely known for producing LYCRA® fiber, is looking for Packing Operators to join their team in Waynesboro, VA. To be successful in this challenging manufacturing role, an individual must be a strong team player, demonstrate initiative, and prioritize safety, quality, and compliance.

This full-time position is eligible for the following benefits:

Competitive market hourly wages; starting salary $19.29/hr., and $20.31/hr. after training

Shift Differentials of $1.00 for evening shifts

Overtime hours built into two-week schedule, plus additional overtime opportunities

Potential for bonuses based on performance

Comprehensive benefit offerings including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K Plans

Paid Vacation

Ten paid holidays

Educational assistance

Opportunities for career advancement

A Day In The Life Typically Includes:

12-hour shifts, rotating between days and nights every two weeks or straight nights

Commitment to a high standard of Environmental, Health and Safety practices

Actively participate in improvement initiatives around productivity and quality

Complete tasks with minimal supervision

Manually pack yarn for shipment to customers

Maintain constant flow of materials to and from the area

Operate fork trucks and computer systems

In all areas of responsibilities, candidates must be able to:

Communicate efficiently and effectively with the team and other areas

Interpret and execute on various area and site work procedures

Comprehend and execute mathematical equations and patterns; i.e. subtracting, adding, and multiplying

Qualifications (Required):

Willingness and ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts which includes weekends, holidays, and overtime as necessary

Willingness and ability to work in a manufacturing plant setting

The ability to:

Sit, stand (up to 7 hours), walk (up to 3 hours), bend/stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, balance, and reach at, below, and above shoulder level

Work on or with moving machinery

Continuously lift up to 10 pounds; frequently lift up to 20 pounds; occasionally lift up to 50 pounds

Frequently push/pull up to 50 pounds

Frequently carry up to 10 pounds and occasionally carry up to 20 pounds

Must pass a physical abilities test

As a principled-based organization, The LYCRA Company is committed to a fair, respectful, and equitable workplace that embraces diversity and reflects the communities in which it operates. This helps foster an environment where employees feel valued, fulfilled, and able to achieve their full potential. Furthermore, we believe that a diverse workforce operating in such an environment is central to our success, as we need not only the right skill sets but also a wide breadth of perspectives and ideas, diverselife experiences, & a seamless collaboration between employees to achieve our company purpose of “enhancing life through innovative garment solutions.