Machine Operator Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Job description

We are looking for a skilled Machine Operator to set up, maintain and operate machinery. You’ll ensure the interminable and efficient running of production. A great machine operator is reliable and able to work with attention to detail and safety standards. On-the-job training is a good way to discover how to do the job better, so you should have willingness to learn and improve. Being a team player is essential since all tasks will require close collaboration with co-workers. The goal will be to ensure that production procedures will be carried on smoothly to maximize efficiency and profits.

One of the benefits working at Bekaert Deslee is our comprehensive benefits offerings effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

1. ​​Keep the area around the machine clean and safe to work in 
2. ​Load unfinished rolls of fabric at entry end of tenter 
3. ​Sew roll into Lacom machine 
4. ​Move back and place vacuum hose into bags of pelletized glue 
5. ​Set correct process parameters onto the touch panel at operator station 
6. ​Monitor quality parameters during processing of fabric 
7. ​Cut and remove from tenter to the staging area, full A-frames 
8. ​Pull full A-frames to inspection frames 
9. ​Put up full rolls of plastic wrap at inspection frames if needed 
10. ​Clean the area of responsibility on the tenter daily 
11. ​Other duties, as assigned​ 

Skills

• Proven experience as a machine operator
• Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery
• Understanding of production procedures
• Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Physical stamina and strength
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day Shift (7am-3pm)

Ability to Commute:

• Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Winston-Salem, NC 27107: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

BekaertDeslee USA Inc. is BekaertDeslee’s production and distribution center for the USA and Canada. BekaertDeslee USA employs about 290 persons and manufactures and sells mattress ticking to the abovementioned markets from its 270,000 sq. ft. plant and 171,000 sq. ft. warehouse. The plant consists of two main buildings with a preparation department for the production of weaving beams, a weave room with 40 jacquard looms, a knitting department with 45 circular knitting machines, a finishing department with 2 Tenter frames and a hot-melt machine, and other necessary equipment and a warehouse.

Company Description

BekaertDeslee USA Inc. is BekaertDeslee’s production and distribution center for the USA and Canada. BekaertDeslee USA employs about 290 persons and manufactures and sells mattress ticking to the abovementioned markets from its 270,000 sq. ft. plant and 171,000 sq. ft. warehouse. The plant consists of two main buildings with a preparation department for the production of weaving beams, a weave room with 40 jacquard looms, a knitting department with 45 circular knitting machines, a finishing department with 2 Tenter frames and a hot-melt machine, and other necessary equipment and a warehouse.