Sewing & Torch Operator

United Felts; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

United Felts, a Vortex Company, seeks a Sewing & Torch Operator in Martinsville to monitor material and ensure conformity to customer specifications and Quality Control standards.

The role involves reading construction docs, assisting with machine setups, and performing daily quality checks. Candidates should have a GED/HS diploma or manufacturing experience and complete training. This is a full-time, on-site position with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• GED/High School Diploma or manufacturing experience.
• Complete 3 months on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Read construction sheet and customer requirement sheet to meet the customer requirements.
• Assist co-workers in machine setups.
• Assist with wrapping and strapping material.
• Report quality problems to Supervisor immediately.
• Label problem areas in the liner.
• Verify correct machine settings are in use.
• Set sewing machine to appropriate RPM.
• Attach leaders and keep identified if needed.
• Fill out torch operator check sheets for each production run.
• Verify rolls/innerbags match construction sheet prior to line run.
• Monitor sewn joints for defects and adjust as needed.
• Clean machine parts per cleaning schedule.
• Splice thread spools together.
• Monitor sewing machine oil.
• Inspect spools of thread for quality.
• Inspect sewing machine needle daily for wear.
• Assist with positioning of joints.
• Ensure weld is centered and solid.
• Press roller down during runs.
• Check propane tank weight daily.
• Stay in assigned area.
• Perform maintenance duties as needed.
• Review supplies and report shortages.
• Work safely following policies.
• Maintain clean work environment.
• Perform other related duties.
• May be asked to perform other duties.

Skills

Read construction sheets

Assist machine setups

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

GED/HS Diploma

3 months on-the-job training

Job description

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

• 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.

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.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are looking for a team that invests in your training, development, and long-term success, we encourage you to apply today.

The Pay Range For This Role Is

17.95 - 17.95 USD per hour (Martinsville)