Weaving Technician - Precision Loom Operator

Twitchell Corporation; Dothan, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Twitchell Technical Products, Inc. in Dothan, AL is seeking an entry-level loom operator to join our manufacturing team. This full-time role requires reading and following instructions, basic math, and good manual dexterity. You will run looms, monitor fabric quality, and support production goals.

Shift options include 12-hour day or night schedules. We offer a fast-paced environment with safety focus; lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for long periods, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and perform simple math.
• Must have good manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Resets the production clock on each machine.
• Ensures safety guards are in place; informs supervisor if not.
• Keeps loom rollers, take-up and warp in good condition.
• Maintains fill yarn in creels and warp ends weaving properly.
• Stops machine for quality problems and notifies supervisor.
• Inspects fabric for defects by feel and visual checks.
• Notifies QC or supervisor of start-ups that need sign-in.
• Cuts all rolls of fabric at start-ups or when rolls reach 30 inches diameter.
• Leaves work area clean and communicates loom/quality issues to incoming operator.
• Meets 12-hour production requirements for assigned looms.

Skills

Reading & writing

Math skills

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Twitchell Technical Products, Inc. in Dothan, AL is seeking an entry-level loom operator to join our manufacturing team. This full-time role requires reading and following instructions, basic math, and good manual dexterity. You will run looms, monitor fabric quality, and support production goals.

Shift options include 12-hour day or night schedules. We offer a fast-paced environment with safety focus; lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for long periods, and overtime as needed.