Weaver - Franklin, KY

Geoquest USA, Inc.; Franklin (KY); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

6 days paid Vacation to start

11 paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Contribution

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Résumé du poste

Geoquest USA, Inc. is seeking a Geosynthetic Weaver to operate Itema rapier looms and produce fabrics for geotechnical projects. The role emphasizes production efficiency, quality control, and accurate patterning for soil stabilization products.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, prior textile/industrial weaving experience, and the ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 20 lbs. On-site work with a strong safety focus and growth within an established company.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED is usually preferred.
• Experience: Previous textile or industrial weaving, warping or tie in experience is highly desired.
• Physical Demands: Requires the ability to perform 8 hour shift work and regularly lift fill packages up to 20 lbs
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, basic math and measurement abilities, and basic reporting skills.

Responsabilités

• Loom Operation: Weaving with Itema rapier looms including monitoring the weaver set
• Defect Inspection: Patrolling and inspecting fabrics for defects, and stopping equipment off when necessary for repairs
• Material Monitoring: Verifying correct doff lengths initial pattern for accuracy
• Troubleshooting: Repairing mechanical stops and assisting service associates in "doffing"
• Safety & Upkeep: Maintaining a clean plant environment, adhering to safety protocols, and performing routine preventative maintenance on looms.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Basic math

Measurement abilities

Reporting skills

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

Geoquest USA, Inc. (formerly The Reinforced Earth Company) is recognized as the inventor and market leader of the MSE (Mechanically Stabilized Earth) retaining wall industry. The company provides the design and supply of materials of proprietary retaining wall systems and earth related technologies to contractors and owners for use in civil engineering. Our company works as a sub-contractor/material supplier on DOT and privately owned projects. We perform all duties associated with our jobs from sales, marketing, civil engineering/design, supply, and construction support.

Summary:

A Geosynthetic Weaver is a manufacturing role responsible for operating industrial looms to produce synthetic fabrics used in geotechnical engineering. These woven materials are crucial for soil stabilization, environmental containment, and erosion control in infrastructure and landfill projects. The Weaver reports to a Line Supervisor.

Responsibilities include:

The daily operations of a geosynthetic weaver focus on production efficiency, quality assurance:

• Loom Operation: Weaving with Itema rapier looms including monitoring the weaver set
• Defect Inspection: Patrolling and inspecting fabrics for defects, and stopping equipment off when necessary for repairs
• Material Monitoring: Verifying correct doff lengths initial pattern for accuracy
• Troubleshooting: Repairing mechanical stops and assisting service associates in "doffing"
• Safety & Upkeep: Maintaining a clean plant environment, adhering to safety protocols, and performing routine preventative maintenance on looms.

Education / Skills / Experience:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED is usually preferred.
• Experience: Previous textile or industrial weaving, warping or tie in experience is highly desired
• Physical Demands: Requires the ability to perform 8 hour shift work and regularly lift fill packages up to 20 lbs
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, basic math and measurement abilities, and basic reporting skills.

Work Environment / Physical Demands:

• Responsibilities will be carried out in both a traditional office environment under traditional office conditions and indoor and outdoor manufacturing facilities.
• Must be able to coordinate or lead employees among different levels of the organization.
• Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, including sitting, standing, walking, and driving.
• May be exposed to uncomfortable or distracting sounds or noise levels in facilities being managed or coordinated.
• Able to wear personal protective clothing for prolonged periods; Safety helmet with chinstrap, safety shoes, eye protection, hand protection and hearing protection (as required).

Geoquest USA, Inc. (formerly The Reinforced Earth Company) offers commensurate salaries and a strong Benefit Package including:

• 6 days paid Vacation to start
• 11 paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Contribution
• Medical, Dental (with Orthodontia for children up to age 26), and Vision Insurance

Geoquest USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Travel Required

No. This position requires 100% on-site attendance

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Innovative

Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Education

High School or better.

Experience

Previous textile or industrial weaving, warping or tie in experience

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