WARP REPLACEMENT TECHNICIAN - $20.07 - $19.45 - 2nd shift

Valdese Weavers; Valdese (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Valdese Weavers is seeking a loom operator to replace warp on looms and maintain warp consistency according to ISO work instructions. You will lease looms, tie frames, and ensure proper warp patterns are followed, while keeping equipment clean and safe.

The role requires basic reading, writing, and math skills, plus color-difference recognition in warp yarns. Overtime and adherence to safety guidelines are expected in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing and math skills required.
• Ability to distinguish color differences in warp yarns.
• Good communication to work with others.

Responsibilities

• Lease loom for new or different reed as needed.
• Clean loom and harness on bottom warp outs.
• Place warp in tie frame and tie.
• Retie warps with three or more ends crossed.
• Keep tie in frames clean and properly maintained.
• Pull tied warps over and start loom with correct pattern, correcting any crossed or double ends.
• Recycle any warp waste from warp out process.
• Report to warp replacement lead for next assignment.
• Work scheduled overtime.
• Maintain personal attendance practices to meet established company goals.

Skills

Good communication

Basic reading writing math

Color discernment

Education

High school diploma

Tools

17/19 mm open end wrench

13/15 mm open end wrench

scissors

reed hook

warp brush

19/22 mm socket

lease sticks

Allen wrenches

Job description

Valdese Weavers is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) company and has been in business for over 100 years. As one of the largest woven textile mills in the world, Valdese Weavers designs and manufactures residential and contract-grade fabrics for furniture manufacturers, fabric distributors, and large retailers.2nd and 3rd shift do receive a shift premium of $1.00. We offer a $50 attendance bonus for every two weeks in which you miss no time, not including our shutdown periods. This bonus would provide an extra $0.62 to your hourly rate.Job Summary: Replace warp on looms.Tools and equipment used: 17/19 mm open end wrench, 13/15 mm open end wrench, scissors, reed hook, warp brush 19/22 mm socket with ½ inch drive, lease sticks, and Allen wrenchesEssential Functions: Perform the following duties in accordance with ISO work instructions and standards.Lease in a manner to ensure all ends are back in their proper places. Starting side must be correct.Lease loom for new or different reed as needed.Clean loom and harness on bottom warp outs.Place warp in tie frame and tie.Retie warps with three or more ends crossed.Keep tie in frames clean and properly maintained.Pull tied warps over and start loom with correct pattern, correcting any crossed or double ends.Recycle any warp waste from warp out process.Report to warp replacement lead for next assignment.Perform other duties as assigned.Work scheduled overtime.Maintain personal attendance practices to meet established company goals.Safety:Maintain 5 S Standards of safety.Perform all duties in a safe manner following guidelines established by Valdese Weavers.Report all job related injuries and safety hazards to the supervisor immediately.Actively participate in safety programs that identify, investigate, and correct safety hazards.Qualifications:Good communication skills with the ability to work well with others.Basic reading, writing, and math skills.Ability to distinguish color differences in warp yarns.High school diploma preferred.