Production Maintenance Tech I

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• perform maintenance and repair of yarn making machinery
• willingness to support other areas, cross train as needed
• help diagnose failures of various electronic devices
• coordinate with off-going shift, including talking daily with arriving/departing shift
• use test equipment (as needed), tools and materials
• follow safe work practices
• perform miscellaneous duties as necessary
• support LEAN, safety, sustainability, and environmental initiatives

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• possess working knowledge of electronic devices
• must be able to read basic manuals, basic schematics
• must be cooperative and willing to learn new responsibilities and cross train
• must be dependable, punctual, and adhere to attendance policy
• must adhere to all company policies and procedures
• must have strong attention to detail
• willingness to work overtime as needed
• ability to work independently and be part of a team

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• possess working knowledge of various textile machinery and equipment
• experience with electronic theory, circuits/components, and electrical codes and practices

Physical Demands for Manufacturing:

• the ability to wear a filtering face piece (dust mask) as needed
• must be able to work in varying temperatures within manufacturing areas
• ability to lift and carry bulky and heavy objects up to 50 lbs
• ability to frequently walk, stand, bend, twist, stoop, crouch, push, pull, and reach overhead
• must have good eye, hand, and foot coordination

Interested Associates and Applicants must submit a job interest form or résumé to human resources. Positions will be filled as soon as possible.