Warper Creeler

Engineered Floors, LLC; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineered Floors, LLC in Dalton, GA is hiring a Warper Creeler to safely maintain creels and ensure first quality beams of yarn for tufting machines. You will hang yarn, splice ends, remove and box yarn, and assist in inventory while keeping a clean workspace and following safety procedures.

The role requires reading, writing, basic math, and computer data entry, with occasional overtime. Training provided, on-site position with a focus on quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and do basic math (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication).
• Computer knowledge or data entry skills are a necessary part of the job but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Hang yarn on creel and visually check case labels and tube labels.
• Splice ends of yarn using an air splicer.
• Remove empty tubes and stack them neatly.
• Remove packages of yarn and box for inventory.
• Neatly stack skein cones and yarn packs in cases.
• Thread ends of yarn back through creel guides to the warper overhead.
• Keep the work area clean by sweeping or blowing down.
• Run the warper during the Warper Operator’s break periods.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• State of the art manufacturing technology, equipment and processes
• Leader in innovation in product design and development
• Management committed to success and our people
• Concentrated footprint in Whitfield & Gordon counties to support teamwork, community and work-life balance
• Committed to our communities in philanthropic and community support
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages
• Personalized, free and on-the-job health and wellness programs and services
• Opportunity to grow through an internal job bid and transfer process
• Employee-centric and modern communication system (EF Link)
• Hybrid, flex, and remote work schedules for certain jobs

I have been with Engineered Floors for 4 years now and it has been an amazing experience. I never dread coming to work — I truly enjoy my job and EF is like a family!

OD (4 years)

Engineered Floors has shown me that I am not just an employee but I am a part of a team where everyone plays an important role and matters. I have not only grown professionally at EF, but also personally!

The purpose of the Warper Creeler is to safely maintain creels of yarn so warpers can efficiently produce first quality beams of yarn for the tufting machines.

• Hang yarn on creel visually checking case labels and tube labels.
• Splice ends of yarn using an air splicer.
• Remove empty tubes from the creel and neatly stack them in a box.
• Remove packages of yarn from the creel.
• Neatly stack skinner cones in boxes for sale.
• Neatly stack packages of yarn in a case to be shrink wrapped and put back into inventory occasionally.
• Thread ends of yarn back through creel guides to the warper overhead
• Clean, sweep, and/or blow down work area keeping it clean.
• Run the warper during the Warper Operator’s break periods

Performance Expectations (if applicable):

• Lifting cones of yarn weighing 5 to 16 lbs at different rates based on creel needs
• Must be able to push yarn dollies/ cart loaded with yarn through the creel with a max weight of 450 lbs.
• Standing is required approximately 7.5 hours of shift.
• Reaching is required to thread up warper multiple times per shift.
• Bending is required to thread warper multiple times per shift.
• Must be able to use air splicer with a trigger hundreds of times per shift.
• Must be able to use scissors and snips throughout the shift.
• Must be able to distinguish colors and shade differences.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, and kneel.

Experience/Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and do basic math; addition, subtraction, division and multiplication.
• Computer knowledge or data entry skills are a necessary part of the job but will train.

Other Requirements:

• Learn and follow safety procedures and guidelines for the position and plant location
• Responsible for making first quality beams of yarn and notifying supervisor of any quality problem.
• Run required yardage expectations based on machine time and speed outputs
• Overtime is required on occasion.
• All accidents must be reported immediately.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• Safety equipment must be worn as required.
• Report to management any quality, safety, or potential problems encountered while performing the job.

“EEO is the Law” Applicants to and employees of this company are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the “EEO is the law” link to find out more.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Human Resources at 706.270.JOBS for assistance. You may also apply in person at 3510 Corporate Drive, Dalton, GA.