POSITION SUMMARY

The ROV Machine Operator is a key contributor to our manufacturing team, playing an essential role in producing high-quality stitched products that meet and exceed customer expectations. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing equipment in a dynamic, team-oriented environment where quality, safety, and continuous improvement are valued every day. The successful candidate will bring a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence while operating and optimizing production equipment to achieve efficiency and quality goals. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, solving challenges, developing technical skills, and making a meaningful impact on the success of the operation. We are an equal opportunity employer.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Work overtime, other shifts/hours/days and run other jobs as assigned. Although you are assigned a job title and regular schedule, we require versatility in order to meet customer demands. Maintain regular and reliable attendance as an essential function of the job. Understand and follow instruction, including prescribed work methods. Respond appropriately to direction and interact well with others. Work well independently and within a team. Perform work and make decisions in a timely manner. Include the appropriate people and information in the decision-making and work process. Ask for help if needed and help others. Follow safety guidelines. Work safely and use proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the job which you are performing. Report safety incidents or concerns immediately, taking corrective action when appropriate. Ensure quality of product by following established work methods and procedures including inspection procedures, quality checks, and documentation processes. Set up and operate the manufacturing machines according to spec sheet and/or quality alert documentation and observe machine operations for evidence of malfunction and products for defects. Sets controls regulating machine actions and perform change-over duties such as, creeling, leasing, and doffing. Monitor process and make adjustments or report issues as needed. Immediately notify Supervisor of machine malfunctions and/or excessive quality issues. Identify and resolve issues timely. Accurately record production activity including first quality, waste, and production tickets. Observe safety and security procedures; constantly inspect area for hazards, correct and resolve safety issues within the Operator's control, report unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly; actively participate in safety initiatives. Maintain a clean and organized work area and be responsible for housekeeping within work area. Operate powered industrial trucks in a variety of settings and situations and maintain certification to operator PIT. (Certification is attained with in-house training). Assist maintenance techs as necessary when they are making required repairs and return the machine back to production as quickly as possible when repairs are complete. May be required to participate in Emergency Response Teams. If required, must maintain certification

SKILLS REQUIRED

Problem solving and prioritization skills. Willingness to make decisions. Good vision to distinguish defects, read documentation. Written and spoken communication skills to record data, read instructions. Ability to read tape measure and record data correctly, both written and within systems (data entry). Fine finger movement necessary to work with yarns, knobs, controls. Ability to lift weights of approximately 25 lbs. consistently, to 6 feet using assistance of steps, stool, or ladder. Ability to lift heavier weight as needed. May lift up to 100 lbs. with assistance. Ability to work in tight spaces, on platforms, remain in awkward positions when performing set-up or certain tasks. Must reach, twist, bend, push, pull, stoop. Ability to operate or be trained to operate a forklift. Ability to hear emergency warnings and moving manufacturing equipment for safety purposes. Understanding of professional conduct and appropriate interaction with others. Ability to lead and influence others. Ability to understand business needs and communicate necessary actions, effectively leading others. Willingness to learn new things. Must be self-motivated. Demonstrated experience in industrial setting as a machine operator or maintenance role. Ability to lift weights up to and in excess of 25 lbs. from ground level to a height of approximately 7 feet while working in awkward positions; twisting and bending, climbing and working on elevated areas above the machines. Ability to remain in a stooped position for an extended period of time while laying combs, work overhead in a reaching position while changing packages. Ability to follow specification sheet to ensure correct set-up for style to be run. Fine Finger movement required and coordination to handle and work with fiberglass and other man-made yarns is required. Ability to communicate well verbally and in-writing. Must seek clarification when necessary and convey information well to others including all relevant information. Should be able to read and interpret written information correctly, including specification sheets and daily production reports. Must be able to accurately record performance information. This requires the ability to make simple mathematical calculations, take accurate measurements, read gauges, etc. Ability to stand the entire shift and walk around the production area consistently.

AUTHORITIES

Operate manufacturing equipment according to product specifications. Make quality and productivity decisions. Shut the production line down whenever issues arise and report. Make machine adjustments to maintain operating specifications. Provide breakdown maintenance support. Operate lift truck with current license. Authorized to perform lock out/tag out procedures. Will lock out/tag out machinery as required when servicing or performing maintenance as required. Must successfully complete lock out tag out training as required.

KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Prefer a high school diploma or GED. Prefer an experienced operator with above average aptitude for the process. Prefer experience in industrial setting as a machine operator or maintenance personnel or leadership role. Must have data entry skills or ability to be trained to enter data. Must be willing and able to certify as first aid/CPR first responder and once certified, be a first responder to supply first aid/CPR treatment as necessary. Prefer some experience operating a lift truck SHIFT 2nd shift, M-F, 3pm-11pm.

•Will Need to be able to train on 3rd shift, M-F, 11pm-7am for a month

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Pay:

$21.02 - $22.63 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person