Dyeing Lead | Sunday - Thursday

Shaw Industries•Dalton, GA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is Sunday - Thursday 11pm -7am. The objective is to ensure the CDR is running properly. The role involves communicating production readiness, assigning tasks, overseeing tests, assisting with production problems, and managing dye runs and strikes. The Dyeing Lead will also utilize computer systems to manage formulas, provide tank information, evaluate color shifts, and perform quality control tests. Non-essential duties include weekend cleanup and startup, reporting safety and quality risks, and staying updated on job procedures and safety requirements.

Requirements

Must be able to bend, sit, walk or stand intermittently for at least an 8 hour shift.
Must be able to work in temperatures that range from 50 degrees to 100 degrees.
Must be able to climb ladders, use air/water hoses, pick up garbage bags, work in wet and dusty environment and work in confined spaces.
Must be able to climb stairs several times per 8 hour shift.
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds of carpet occasionally throughout the shift.
Must be able to climb into the machines for cleaning and repairing equipment.
Must be able to recognize letters and numbers.
Must be able to read, write and understand English.
Must have hand and finger dexterity to enter data into computers.
Must have basic math skills: multiplication, fractions, division, addition and subtraction.
Must be able to read charts and graphs.
Must be able to use a computer and keyboard to effectively use formula control.
Must complete all OSHA, SAFE and Plant Specific Safety Training.
Must pass all job specific training tasks and tests.
Attend and pass additional training classes as needed.
Must complete all Ethics modules assigned by Corporate.
Must understand the operation of the Tufting and Finishing departments and how these processes relate to carpet manufacturing.

Nice To Haves

Plant 4 approved safety glasses and hearing protection
Any other PPE listed on JHA
Utility knife, Trim Knives, Cross cut knife
Computer and scanner
J-box Controls
Pallet truck and/or Drum hand truck
Lift Truck and/or Scissor Lift
Sewing Machine
Fluid dyer controls
Scissors
Dryer controls
Video cameras
Radio
Cleaning equipment
Custom tools
PH meter
Abide by and enforce plant safety rules and regulations.
Know evacuation routes, locations of storm shelters, and gathering places.
Must comply with all required OSHA, SAFE, and Plant specific safety rules and regulations.
Refer to General Plant Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
Refer to Specific Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) for this job.
Refer to Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

Responsibilities

Communicate what is ready to run and what needs to be struck to the Operator, SewOn and Supervisor.
Assign buggies and runs when necessary.
Check assignment sheets at SewOn to verify that special instructions are included.
Oversee and help set up tests and experiments.
Assist with solution of any production problems.
Provide the fluidyer operator with information concerning upcoming runs and strikes.
Assign runs, strikes to be dyed, and spacers.
Determine the length of lead off material needed between each run or strikes.
Utilize computer to print out, modify, and complete formulas.
Provide tank build and tank add information to Dye Weigher via verbal communication or formula extension printouts.
Follow procedures as outlined in SMS.
Evaluate shifts in color.
Perform quality control tests.
Perform weekend cleanup and startup functions.
Report safety and quality risks and incidents immediately.
Must be knowledgeable and up to date on job procedures and safety requirements.