Technician, Production-Weaving

Job Description

Job Description

Who is Habasit?

Habasit is the global leader in the manufacturing of lightweight conveyor belting. Our slogan “Solutions in Motion” defines us; we are a provider of world class power-transmission and conveying solutions.

At Habasit, we understand that a global leader is only as good as the people who represent it, and we are always searching for the right people to keep us in motion. We are looking for ambitious individuals, leaders, and students who are ready to help move us forward. If you have a can-do attitude and want to join a world-class organization, read on and apply today!

What will you be doing?

• Standard Fabrication – Utilize machinery to customize fabric belts (measuring, cutting, pressing) to customer specifications.
• Special Fabrication – Utilize machinery to customize fabric belts (perforations, v-guides, flex cutting) to customer specifications.
• Automated Fabrication – Utilize multiple automated machines to customize fabric belts to customer specifications.

Things you should know about Habasit’s opportunities:

• Direct hire opportunity
• Eligible for bonuses and incentives
• $500 bonus after 90 days of employment
• $500 additional bonus after 180 days of employment
  
• $1000 additional bonus after 365 days of employment
• $750 referral bonus after 6 months

Basic Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must be cleared on any background screening
• English literacy
• Ability to use a calculator and a tape measure.
• Computer skills a plus
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. Must be able to stand, walk, sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Why should you join our team?

• Our amazing environment keeps safety as its top priority! You can enjoy a collaborative atmosphere in a clean and climate-controlled facility.
• Our core values is how we thrive, and you will get to work with people who share them: Organizational Pride, Highest Ethical Standards, Quality You Can Trust, Collaboration, Entrepreneurship, and Continuous Improvement.
• Our opportunities to advance give any qualified associate the opportunity to move to a higher-level job.
• Our on-the-job training and skills development will ensure your success in your job.
• Our competitive pay rate of $19.20/hour

If you are interested in becoming a part of a World-Class Team, submit your application today!

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION:

• Operates a number of looms at one time assigned by Lead person according to workload.
• Notifies Lead person of any problems with material and /or loom.
• Notifies Lead person in advance when production runs will be completed in order that work may be assigned for new runs.
• Doffs rolls from looms when finished with order.
• Picks up spare loom whenever possible when changeovers are being made.
• Able to lift to 40 lbs.
• Pulling the shuttle from the loom end, changing the bobbin, then reinstalling the shuttle back in the loom and restarting the loom. Repeating this process every couple of minutes per loom.
• Cutting tails with scissors after each bobbin change.
• Pulling weights up for waste yarn (weights are 10-15 lbs.).
• Drawing up looms to change size.
• Cut the rolls of fabric off the loom (doffing) and carry the fabric to the rolling table.
• Oil looms at the start of shift with manual oil pump.
• Performs other duties as required.