FINISH MACHINE MAT. HANDLER - 3rd shift - $18.02 - $16.40

VALDESE WEAVERS•Valdese, NC

6d•$16 - $18

About The Position

The Finish Machine Material Handler applies the proper finish to cloth in the Finishing Department, following ISO 9001 work instructions and standards. The role includes preparing and maintaining finishing materials and equipment, supporting operators, and keeping machine areas clean. The position is hourly and non-exempt and reports to the Department Manager/Supervisor. The job is located at LoveLady in Valdese, North Carolina, and is listed for the third shift.

Requirements

Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
Ability to weigh and mix chemicals by percentages.
Ability to use a computer to track fabric by process.
Medium lifting is required.
Use a safety belt/harness when using PIT.

Nice To Haves

Tenter frame operating experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Apply the proper finish to cloth according to ISO 9001 work instructions and standards.
Keep the blade free from strings and other foreign objects.
Change waste latex and waste water barrels when full.
Clean or replace Scotchgard tips and filters as needed, and check that the tips spray correctly.
Pin cloth correctly.
Keep the foamer clean and the soap tank filled to the proper level.
Flush the latex pump, latex lines, Scotchgard pump, and lines at the end of the shift.
Clean the inside of the dryer daily and/or weekly as requested by the supervisor.
Mix Scotchgard formulas and keep tanks filled.
Provide relief breaks to the exit-end operator and coater operator.
Recycle waste latex.
Mix chemicals for different wash processes.
Clean areas around machines.
Line up buggies of cloth for finishing.
Perform duties safely according to Valdese Weavers' guidelines and maintain 5S standards.
Report job-related injuries and safety hazards to the supervisor immediately.
Participate in safety programs to identify, investigate, and correct safety hazards.