Textile Machine Operator: Precision, Productivity, Safety

Fenner Precision Polymers; Manheim (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fenner Precision Polymers in Manheim, PA seeks a full-time Machine Operator on a Monday–Friday 6:00am–2:00pm shift. You will set up and run textile looms, load patterns, and ensure correct yarn selection while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires basic electrical and PLC training, ability to troubleshoot, and collaboration with QA and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve productivity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent with 1–3 months related experience.
• Electrical I training within 6 months; Electrical II within 1 year.
• Basic PLC training after 1 year.
• Hydraulic or pneumatic training as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run machines with assistance to include load pattern and processing settings.
• Enter and set up looms.
• Identify correct yarn for each job.
• Assist with slitting processes.
• Submit First Article Inspection to QA.
• Cross train with QA department.
• Maintain Fenner Precision Polymers values and behaviors at all times.
• Adjust looms to change material width and set up new material patterns.

Skills

Machine operation

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Electrical I training

PLC training

Tools

PLC

Micrometers

Calipers

Drop gauges

Job description

Fenner Precision Polymers in Manheim, PA seeks a full-time Machine Operator on a Monday–Friday 6:00am–2:00pm shift. You will set up and run textile looms, load patterns, and ensure correct yarn selection while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires basic electrical and PLC training, ability to troubleshoot, and collaboration with QA and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve productivity.