1st Shift Entry Level Machine Operator -Warper

Steel PartnersStatesville, NC
Onsite

About The Position

JPS Composite Materials is a manufacturer of high-performance fabrics servicing the aerospace, military, commercial, and industrial markets. The company's materials are found in a multitude of composite matrix applications including commercial aircraft interiors, radomes for commercial and military aircraft, ballistic applications for military vests and vehicles as well as electronic applications including automobile sensors and telecommunication antenna. JPS has over 60 years of experience in our markets and is the primary supplier of these products in North America. The corporate headquarters are in Anderson, SC with manufacturing facilities located in North and South Carolina.

Requirements

  • 0-3 years experience
  • Basic computer skills
  • Must be able to work in a tight, confined area without damaging yarn

Responsibilities

  • Produce a section set of warps while working safely.
  • Refer to the warper yardage chart to determine the number of yards and number of section beams to produce according to the style, width, and pattern.
  • Add, cut, blend in ends, and thread the eye board after the creel is hung.
  • Pull over and start the new creel.
  • Perform tension checks and check section beam hardness.
  • Select swing combs as needed, according to end count.
  • Record warper data and production reporting daily using the warper down time codes.
  • Clean section beams and warper, and follow the TPM cleaning and audit schedule.
  • Doff the warper and help with hanging the new creel.
  • Maintain open communication with production planning and creelers.
  • Be knowledgeable of creeler duties.
  • Maintain all records according to ISO AS9100 standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
  • Company provided life insurance and short-term disability
  • 401K with company match
  • Flex Spending Account / Health Savings Account
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Corporate Discount Program
  • Opportunities to thrive within the company
  • Quarterly Bonus opportunities
  • Referral and Retention Bonuses
  • Sports Sponsorship for youth athletic coaches
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