Weaver

PrideStaff; South Carolina; On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

PrideStaff - Greenville is seeking an experienced Weaver for a leading textile manufacturer in the Piedmont/Pelzer, SC area. The role involves operating, monitoring, and maintaining industrial weaving machines to produce high-quality webbing products.

We value reliability, attention to detail, and mechanical aptitude. Shifts available (1st, 2nd, 3rd) with competitive hourly pay and potential increases after probation.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as an industrial Weaver or textile machine operator.
• Manufacturing experience on factory floors with safety compliance.
• Strong manual dexterity and focus to thread looms precisely.
• Basic mechanical understanding to troubleshoot minor issues.
• Reliable attendance and steady work pace for 8-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor a designated set of weaving machines to ensure quality.
• Change filling in the loom and re-thread shuttles as needed.
• Inspect woven products for defects and stop loom if issues arise.
• Diagnose basic mechanical issues and adjust loom settings.
• Spot and replace broken yarn ends; check warp tension.
• Record downtime and production data; document style changes.
• Perform routine width, camber, and thickness checks.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow safety policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Mechanical aptitude

Reliability

Tools

Industrial looms operation

Job description

Job Description

Do you have a year or more of experience as an industrial weaver or textile machine operator? Are you a dependable, detail-oriented manufacturing professional with the manual dexterity to handle complex machinery and fine yarn threading? If you are looking for a stable 1st-shift role with a proven track record of quick wage increases and long-term growth potential, this opportunity in the Piedmont/Pelzer area is the perfect career move for you!

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Weaver / Textile Operators

All Shifts

Piedmont / Pelzer, SC Area

1st shift / 7am-3:30pm / $14.50

2nd shift / 3pm-11:30pm / $15.50

3rd shift / 11pm-7:30am / $15.50

(after 30 days + $.50 / about 4 months additonal $.75-$1)

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PrideStaff - Greenville is seeking an experienced, dependable, and knowledgeable Weaver for a leading textile manufacturer for our customer in the Piedmont/Pelzer, SC area.

In this vital factory-floor role, you will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining a designated set of industrial weaving machines and looms to produce high-quality webbing products. This position requires deep manufacturing focus, exceptional attention to detail, a strong mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to team safety and production efficiency.

Weaver Essential Duties & Responsibilities include:

Your main responsibility is the continuous, efficient operation of assigned industrial looms, ensuring all woven products meet strict quality standards and width specifications.

• Loom Operation: Monitor and operate a designated set of weaving machines, ensuring high production efficiency and structural fabric quality.
• Material Management: Change filling in the loom by replacing empty quills with full quills, re-thread shuttles at filling out, and maintain a sufficient supply of filling at your station.
• Quality Inspections: Continuously patrol and inspect moving webbing for quality defects, misdraws, and mis-reeds; flag and stop the loom immediately if defects or breakdowns occur.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose basic mechanical issues, adjust loom settings, and repair or replace parts when flagged, carefully documenting all corrective actions.
• Yarn Maintenance: Quickly spot and replace broken yarn ends as they occur; check looms regularly for proper warp tension.
• Data Tracking: Record critical metrics on the loom downtime sheet during warp outs, breakdowns, style changes, or missing mill orders; mark loom numbers on the warp out sheet when warps come off.
• Precision Testing: Perform routine width, camber, and thickness checks on products and record data on the proper quality forms.
• Safety & Housekeeping: Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment while strictly following all quality policies and safety procedures.

Weaver Qualifications include:

• Required Experience: 1+ years of experience working as an industrial Weaver, experienced sewer, or textile machine operator is highly preferred.
• Manufacturing Background: Strong history of working on active factory and industrial floors with a solid understanding of manufacturing paces and safety compliance.
• Manual Dexterity: Exceptional hand-eye coordination and steady hands for the intricate task of repairing and threading looms.
• Attention to Detail: Excellent vision and focus to quickly spot tiny irregularities, misalignments, or defects in the moving woven product.
• Mechanical Aptitude: A basic understanding of weaving machinery operations with the capacity to troubleshoot minor operational problems.
• Physical Stamina: Physical capability to stand for long periods of time and perform repetitive manual tasks throughout a full 8-hour shift.
• Reliability: Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is an absolute requirement for this client.

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PrideStaff Company Overview

PrideStaff (Greenville location) is a locally-owned staffing & placement franchise with a strong reputation as a fun-loving, quality-focused service provider.

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