YARN OPERATOR

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Yarn Operator for Spinning in Washougal, WA, oversees various processes to ensure high-quality output. They maintain safety while meeting performance goals.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor spinning frames to ensure the yarn is moving smoothly through the process and not breaking.
• When yarn breaks, repair the loose ends.
• Unload and transport spools of roving, bobbins of yarn, and loose yarn to designated areas as needed.
• Maintain a clean work area and clean equipment.
• Seek opportunities to improve safety and quality in all manufacturing processes.
• Cross-train in various sections of yarn production to adapt efficiently to changing needs.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Follow verbal and written instructions accurately
• Work both independently and in teams
• Seek opportunities to improve personal understanding and capabilities
• Willingness to cross-train in other areas of Yarn Manufacturing to meet the changing needs of the business

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Stand, walk, twist, and crouch as needed during the entire shift (breaks and meals excluded).
• Lift up to 10 pounds frequently and 25 pounds occasionally. Employees are never expected to lift any loads if doing so is unsafe or too high a risk.
• Push and pull wheeled carts containing products weighing up to 200 pounds short distances.
• Ability to safely run a hand truck to move bales of wool up to 450 pounds.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Two or more years of production experience preferred.
• Any combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to perform the job is acceptable.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Humid work environment
• Exposure to wool fibers and dust
• Loud work environment: hearing protection is required in all areas of yarn manufacturing.
• Non-slip shoes are required; reimbursement programs are available.

BENEFITS

• Eight (8)-hour shifts, Monday-Friday, with occasional overtime on Saturday.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance are available after sixty days of employment, with competitive employer contribution.
• 401K matching
• Non-occupational Disability Insurance is available after ninety days of employment.