Sewing & Torch Operator

Vortex Companies, LLC; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vortex Companies, LLC in Martinsville, VA seeks a Sewing & Torch Operator to monitor materials and ensure compliance with customer requirements and QC standards.

This role supports the design and manufacturing of CIPP lining systems, requiring attention to detail, safe practices, and teamwork. Full-time position with varying shifts and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma or manufacturing experience.
• Complete 3 months on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Read construction and customer requirement sheets to meet specs.
• Assist co-workers in machine setups and in wrapping/strapping material.
• Report quality problems to Supervisor immediately.
• Verify correct machine settings and adjust sewing RPM as needed.
• Attach leaders and keep them identified; fill operator check sheets.
• Verify rolls/inner bags match construction sheets before production.
• Monitor joints for defects and adjust sewing accordingly.
• Clean machine parts per schedule and inspect spools/needles daily.
• Maintain weld alignment, ensure press roller is down during runs.
• Monitor propane tank weight and stay in assigned area; perform maintenance as needed.
• Report shortages of supplies and follow safety policies; keep work area clean.

Education

GED/High School Diploma or manufacturing experience

On-the-job training (3 months)

Job description

Sewing & Torch Operator

Vortex Companies, LLC Martinsville, Virginia, United States

About this position

Want to be part of one of the country’s fastest growing infrastructure businesses? United Felts, A Vortex Company, is a leading provider of trenchless infrastructure solutions, specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-performance cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining systems.

Join a world-class organization at the forefront of the trenchless industry, where WE WIN BIG TOGETHER. Our culture is built on putting safety first, supporting one another, and delivering excellence in everything we do.

Summary

The Sewing & Torch Operator participates in monitoring material to ensure product corresponds to the agreed customer requirements and meets Quality Control requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Read construction sheet and customer requirement sheet fully in order to meet the customer requirements.
• Assist co-workers in machine setups.
• Assisting co-workers in wrapping and strapping material.
• Participate in reporting any quality problems to Supervisor immediately.
• Label any problem areas in the liner.
• Participate in verifying that correct machine settings are in use.
• Responsible for setting sewing machine to appropriate RPM.
• Responsible for attaching leaders and keeping them identified clearly if needed.
• Responsible for filling out torch operator check sheets for each production run
• Responsible for verifying rolls/innerbags each match the construction sheet prior to the line running.
• Monitor sewn joints for defects like overlaps, gaps, skips in stitching, etc., and make appropriate adjustments.
• Responsible for cleaning machine parts per cleaning schedule.
• Responsible for splicing thread spools together.
• Monitor sewing machine oil.
• Inspect spools of thread for quality.
• Inspect sewing machine needle daily for rough edges or excessive wear.
• Assist with the positioning of joints.
• Keep a constant check of weld (centered and where possible, solid).
• Ensure press roller is down during the entire duration of a run.
• Check propane tank weight daily.
• Stay in assigned working area.
• Perform maintenance duties as needed.
• Continually review supplies and report to your Supervisor any shortages.
• 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 as required.
• Perform other related duties incidental to work described herein.
• Will at times be asked to perform other duties.

Education & Experience

• GED/High School Diploma or previous manufacturing experience
• Satisfactorily complete 3 months on-the-job training

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!

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is: 17.95 - 17.95 USD per hour(United Felts)