Fabric Mfg - Operator at AstenJohnson

Hampton, New Hampshire, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jul, 26

Salary

25.44

Posted On

12 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Machine operation, Complex maintenance, Blueprint reading, Troubleshooting, Inventory management, Quality assurance, Data entry, Fiber blending, Color correction, 5-S standards, TPM activities, HMI operation, Time management, Safety compliance, Mentoring

Industry

Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing

Description

AstenJohnson is the leader in technical fabrics. Our drive to provide the best products and service in our industry is fueled by our associates and their drive to innovate. We want our associates to build careers here and become part of the fabric of our 230 year old company. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a workplace built on respect and purpose. JOB TITLE: Fabric Line Certified Operator REPORTS TO: Fabric Team Leader CATEGORY: Operator III Day or night shift available. 12-hour days, flexible schedule - full-time with exceptional benefits! SUMMARY: With little supervision, sets up, operates and performs complex maintenance on a variety of specialized production and non-production equipment. May sort, load, unload, check and inspect. Instructs and directs one or more Assistants. Keep necessary records, reports reject and failure patterns. Works to sketches, diagrams, and drawings, written and verbal instructions. Acts to maintain the integrity of processes and final product quality. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Lead by example (safety, conduct, policy, and work ethic) Maintain the integrity of processes and products with focus on safety, quality, and production The ability to read and interpret assembly prints and basic blueprints Responds appropriately to system, process or material problems Performs required inventory functions (e.g. inquiries, updates, transactions, certs) Train and mentor new associates in process and line operation Performs Daily Team Maintenance activities Monitors and maintains dynamic air flow/filter system Develop Visual Work Instructions Develop perform required task for product changeover to Standard Work Instructions Perform complex fiber blending/color corrections Monitors and maintains department 5-S standards Performs TPM activities The ability to read and interpret complex HMI operation system Follow written Work Order instructions using proper materials Follow written SOC (Standard Operating Condition) maintaining quality and machine throughput Follow written SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) using correct packaging materials and tools Performs required tasks for product changeover and startup Previous experience in the operation of high-volume manufacturing equipment and the use of common hand tools Use of efficient time management skills to increase machine uptime Able to prioritize internal and external job functions to minimize downtime Advanced knowledge in Fabric processes and troubleshooting. Understands all job hazards, demonstrates safe behaviors Continuous Skills Development Program Data entry (E1) for material use, finish good, time entries (run time and down time) Perform required quality assurance testing and data entry Able to pass written and demonstrative test Performs other duties as assigned PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Occasional lifting Frequent standing/walking REQUIRED TRAINING: Basic hazardous communication PPE Emergency fire plan On-the-job safety review Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account Debit Card for medical expenses, 401(k) company match, Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Spousal and Child Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, FMLA, 9 paid holidays, Paid Time Off, Sick Time, Clothing Allowance, Attendance Bonus, Referral Program Bonus, Year-End Bonus, Gym Membership discounts, Union representation and more! We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Responsibilities

The operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and performing complex maintenance on specialized production equipment while ensuring process integrity. They also mentor new associates, monitor system performance, and maintain quality standards through rigorous testing and data entry.