Packing Operator

Packing Operators

The LYCRA Company, widely known for producing LYCRA® fiber, is looking for Packing Operators to join their team in Waynesboro, VA. To be successful in this challenging manufacturing role, an individual must be a strong team player, demonstrate initiative, and prioritize safety, quality, and compliance. This full-time position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Competitive market hourly wages; starting salary $19.29/hr., and $20.31/hr. after training
• Shift Differentials of $1.00 for evening shifts
• Overtime hours built into two-week schedule, plus additional overtime opportunities
• Potential for bonuses based on performance
• Comprehensive benefit offerings including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K Plans
• Paid Vacation
• Ten paid holidays
• Educational assistance
• Opportunities for career advancement

A Day In The Life Typically Includes:

• 12-hour shifts, rotating between days and nights every two weeks or straight nights
• Commitment to a high standard of Environmental, Health and Safety practices
• Actively participate in improvement initiatives around productivity and quality
• Complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Manually pack yarn for shipment to customers
• Maintain constant flow of materials to and from the area
• Operate fork trucks and computer systems

In all areas of responsibilities, candidates must be able to:

• Communicate efficiently and effectively with the team and other areas
• Interpret and execute on various area and site work procedures
• Comprehend and execute mathematical equations and patterns; i.e. subtracting, adding, and multiplying

Qualifications (Required):

• Willingness and ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts which includes weekends, holidays, and overtime as necessary
• Willingness and ability to work in a manufacturing plant setting
• The ability to:
  • Sit, stand (up to 7 hours), walk (up to 3 hours), bend/stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, balance, and reach at, below, and above shoulder level
  • Climb stairs
  • Work on or with moving machinery
  • Continuously lift up to 10 pounds; frequently lift up to 20 pounds; occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
  • Frequently push/pull up to 50 pounds
  • Frequently carry up to 10 pounds and occasionally carry up to 20 pounds
• Must pass a physical abilities test

As a principled-based organization, The LYCRA Company is committed to a fair, respectful, and equitable workplace that embraces diversity and reflects the communities in which it operates. This helps foster an environment where employees feel valued, fulfilled, and able to achieve their full potential. Furthermore, we believe that a diverse workforce operating in such an environment is central to our success, as we need not only the right skill sets but also a wide breadth of perspectives and ideas, diverse life experiences, & a seamless collaboration between employees to achieve our company purpose of "enhancing life through innovative garment solutions.