Knitting Technician I (1st shift: 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.) - $23.46/hour + shift differential

Sigvaris Inc•Peachtree City, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Sigvaris is seeking a Knitting Technician I to join its team in Peachtree City, Georgia. The role is responsible for general repair and maintenance of hosiery knitting machines to ensure they operate properly and produce first-quality products to company specifications. The position works Monday through Thursday, from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., in a manufacturing environment. The technician performs preventive maintenance and addresses machine stops, sets up and sizes machine styles or series, and verifies sizing before machines are released to production. The role also supports knitting operations, quality systems, production goals, staff training, Lean/Kaizen activities, and effective communication across teams. Compensation is $23.46 per hour, with an automatic $0.50 increase every six months during the first year and the opportunity to earn quarterly attendance bonuses, subject to the company's Attendance Policy. A high school diploma or equivalent/GED and some technical experience in a manufacturing environment are required. Circular knitting machine experience is a plus. Hiring is contingent on successful completion of a background check, verification of education and employment, and a drug test.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent/GED.
Some technical experience working in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to stand and walk between machines for long periods.
Ability to walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear, bend, lift, or climb.
Ability to occasionally lift light weights of less than 25 pounds.
Finger dexterity and hand coordination.
Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Successful completion of a background check, verification of education and employment, and drug test before hire.

Nice To Haves

Circular knitting machine experience.

Responsibilities

Perform needed maintenance and general repairs on knitting machines to keep them in good working order.
Address machine stops and use shift reports to proactively resolve known machine issues and maintain efficient operation.
Perform preventive maintenance according to weekly PM sheets.
Follow procedures to ensure products are knitted to specifications.
Set up and size different styles or series on machines and confirm sizing meets specifications before release to production.
Support the SIGVARIS quality system and quality policy by following work instructions and procedures and completing required forms and records accurately.
Assist other teams on shift when resources are needed.
Assist with training new department personnel.
Work toward production and quality goals set by management.
Assist the knitter with yarn tickets, creeling, inspection, and paperwork.
Perform other tasks as directed by the Supervisor or Shift Lead.
Promote positive morale, open communication, cooperation, and positive relationships with internal and external customers.
Keep supervisors and appropriate management informed of developments affecting their functions, respond promptly to communications, and present written data accurately and legibly.
Follow company policies and procedures, industry standards, ISO 13485 standards, 6S and Lean Manufacturing practices, and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Assist with Lean/Kaizen initiatives or events in the department.
Perform other assigned duties to ensure efficient workflow.

Benefits

Competitive salary with automatic increases every six months during the first year of employment.
Opportunity to earn $100 attendance bonus payments per quarter, subject to the company's Attendance Policy.
Medical insurance options: Core Plan and High Deductible Plan.
Health Spending Account for employees on the High Deductible Plan.
Flexible Spending Account.
Dental plan.
Free life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Voluntary benefits including vision, term life insurance, accident, cancer, and hospital confinement coverage.
401(k) with company match, dollar for dollar up to the first 5% of employee contributions.
Paid Time Off.
10 paid holidays per year.
Employee Assistance Program.