Wetter Operator

Bradley Personnel, Inc.; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradley Personnel, Inc. is seeking a reliable Vertical Twister/Wetter Operator to set up, operate, and monitor vertical twisting machines in a fast-paced textile manufacturing environment.

You will handle paper rolls, thread through rollers, lift up to 50 lbs, and ensure quality production while following safety standards. The role requires attention to detail and ability to read work orders, with teamwork to meet daily goals.

Qualifications

• Experience operating twisting/vertical or similar textile/manufacturing machinery.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and production orders.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production goals.

Responsibilities

• Pick up wet paper rolls from pushcart.
• Fasten paper roll on twisting head of machine.
• Attach paper roll to pick up spool.
• Start machine and ensure all material is placed.
• Complete production cards and keep equipment clean.
• Splice rolls as needed when winding spool fills.
• Lift up to 50 lbs paper rolls repeatedly.
• Place rolls into machine and thread through wheels and rollers.
• Remove finished rolls and deliver to production team.
• Collect empty rollers to begin new cycle.

Skills

Twisting machinery experience

Read and follow work orders

Attention to detail

Basic mechanical aptitude

Fast-paced production

Teamwork and communication

Job description

Job Summary We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Vertical Twister/Wetter Operator to set up, operate, and monitor vertical twisting machines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will ensure product quality, maintain production efficiency, and follow all safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Pick up wet paper rolls from pushcart
• Fasten paper roll on twisting head of machine
• Attach paper roll to pick up spool
• Start machine and ensure all material is placed
• Responsible for completing production cards and keeping all equipment in work area clean
• When paper roll is almost finished running on machine splice rolls as needed until winding spool is full.
• Must ok with lifting 50 lbs paper rolls constantly throughout shift.
• Carefully place rolls of paper into machine
• Thread paper through various wheels and poly rollers.
• Remove finished rolls, place onto crats and deliver finished products to the production team
• Pick up empty rollers to begin new process

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating twisting/vertical or similar textile/manufacturing machinery preferred
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and production orders
• Strong attention to detail and quality control
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production goals
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to [25–50 lbs, adjust as needed]
• Repetitive hand and arm movements