Textile Operator - 1st shift

Secant Group, LLC; Quakertown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Health Insurance: Medical with Rx plan

401k with company match

Company Paid Life Insurance and Disabl

Job summary

Polyzen, Inc. is seeking a Weaver/Textile Operator to set up and operate looms, producing fabrics for medical and industrial clients. The role may involve broad or shuttle looms and requires attention to detail and reliable teamwork.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent and 0–1 year of related experience, with basic math and documentation skills. Training on ERP systems and MS Office is preferred, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 0-1 year related experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend safety and work instructions.
• Basic math skills for simple calculations.
• Good manufacturing practices awareness and reliability.
• Teamwork and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Draws warp yarn according to specifications.
• Installs leases/lease rods and knot ties warp as needed.
• Completes all documentation requirements.
• Manufactures fabrics and woven products as required.
• Identifies and corrects defects.
• Records measurements per internal specifications.
• Logs machine downtime using a tablet.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading and comprehension

Basic math

Attention to detail

Team player

Documentation

MS Office

ERP familiarity

Dependability

Willingness to learn

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

ERP system

Job description

The Weaver/Textile Operator sets up and operates looms to manufacture and produces products for medical and/or industrial clients. The incumbent is assigned to Industrial Weaving or Medical Weaving and typically operates either a broad loom or a shuttle loom.

What you will do:

• Draws in warp yarn according to specifications.
• Follows procedures to install lease(s)/lease rods and knot tying warp(s) as necessary.
• Completes all documentation requirements.
• Manufactures various fabrics and woven products according to requirements.
• Identifies and corrects defects.
• Records qualitative and quantitative measurements in accordance with internal specifications
• Makes processing adjustments to ensure quality product.
• Accurately logs machines down time reason with use of a tablet.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who you are:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 0-1-year related experience.
• Must be able to hand off the status of jobs to overlapping shifts.
• Ability to read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, work instructions, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Possess basic mathematical skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Basic understanding of good manufacturing practices and working within regulated industries.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability to get along well with others and work in a team environment.
• Ability to properly complete paperwork as required according to work instructions, standards, or other specifications.
• Excellent dependability and reliability.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use MS Office for email.
• Willingness to accept change, learn, and work with new processes.
• Familiarity with an ERP system preferred.

Perks and Benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Health Insurance: Medical with Rx plan / Dental / Vision
• 401k (retirement savings) with excellent company match
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Plans

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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