Machine Operator - Twist

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$20.30/hr - $23.55/hr

• Training for this position is on 1st shift (7am-3:30pm), Monday-Friday.
• Permanent schedule is 3rd shift (10:35pm-7:05am), Monday-Friday.

A Twisting Textile Production Operator is responsible for the set up and changing of materials on a variety of different types of Twisting machines. This includes a cleaning process as well.

• Harvesting of finished goods from the machine frame.
• Cleaning of the frame before set-up.
• Replacing input material on the creel of the machine and threading up this material.
• Tying down the input material onto bobbins in order to transfer the material during the twisting, plying or cabling process.
• Starting up the machine and recording production tasks.

• The inspection of all material being placed on a machine during its set up as well as the finished material being harvested from the machine. The quality standards vary according to product specification.
• The correct labeling of material harvested from the machine.

• Operate the following industrial motorized vehicles:
  Forklifts… A sit-down fork truck to transport and retrieve materials on skids.
• Cherry pickers… A stand-up lift that raises the operator off the ground in order to replace and remove material from overhead creels.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or GED

License / Credentials / Certifications

• Valid Driver’s License
• Willing and able to become certified by company on Forklift and other motorized material handling vehicles

Skills / Specialized Knowledge / Abilities

• Attention to detail and accuracy in all work.

Working Hours / Environment

• Permanent schedule will be on 3rd shift (10:35pm-7:05am), including at least 1 weekend day.
• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment (Hearing protection is required).

Tools and Equipment

• Tools include but are not limited to scissors, box knife. Appropriate PPE will be assigned as required. This includes safety glasses, cut gloves, hat or hairnet, hearing protection.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Lifting requirements of 10-25 lbs. frequently and 25-50 lbs. occasionally.
• The ability to push/pull up to 60 lbs.
• The ability to stand and walk on concrete for an entire shift.
• The ability to bend and/or squat frequently.
• The ability to walk up ladders or stairs.

Shift Differentials

• Additional $2/hr for 3rd shift
• Additional $1/hr for working one weekend day

Training Completion Bonus

• $1.25/hr increase after training certification

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance plans
• Company-funded Life Insurance
• On-site Clinic for employee care

Retirement

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

Time Off

• 9 paid holidays annually
• 2 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) after training

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

SUPERVISOR:
Twist Production Manager

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required. This job description should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or work conditions associated with the job. Furthermore, the employer reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Atkins & Pearce is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We encourage all people to apply regardless of age, gender, gender expression or criminal conviction history.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atkins & Pearce makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

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