Specialty Fiber Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Glen Raven Material Solutions, a global leading manufacture or performance fabrics, is currently seeking a Special Fiber Operator. Responsible for operating an individual fiber unit consisting of Opening, Carding, Drawing (Breaker and Finisher), and Roving equipment. The purpose of this position is to produce a high-quality Roving sliver for use in the Spinning Process.

When you join Glen Raven, you play a critical role and your input matters. Everyone who works at this family-owned business has a heart for people, makes a difference and is passionate about our products. We are team-oriented and are “all in” on doing it right. And that means listening to different viewpoints and providing ways for us to grow together and individually. As we weave connections around the world, we become stronger and keep our focus on shared success. 

** The hours for this job are 7pm – 7am on a 2-2-3 schedule with a pay rate of $19.85 per hour, including the shift premium**

Responsibilities:

• Follow company policies and safe work practices to prevent injury to yourself and other associates
• Immediately correct unsafe behaviors and immediately correct/report any unsafe work condition
• Immediately report any work-related injury to your Shift Leader.
• Responsible for performing all the duties of a tying operator: transporting and installing warps, framing warps, leasing warps, tie warps and starting up warps (smashing).

Why Glen Raven:

At Glen Raven, we embrace the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive mindset. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of a dedicated group, weaving connections across the globe, and representing trusted textile brands such as Sunbrella®.  Every day, we strive for and welcome diverse perspectives, solutions-driven ideas and innovative opportunities for continued growth throughout the company. We work toward a shared success while lifting each other up on the job and in our communities. Together, we keep the world spinning. Join our team. Connect people and drive innovation beyond the boundaries of Glen Raven. 

What you can expect from working at Glen Raven.

• Benefits – Your total well-being is important. In addition to competitive health coverage, short- and long-term disability insurance, vision, dental and plan choices, we also offer telehealth visits or on-site health clinics at many locations. We also have a comprehensive wellness program that includes wellness events, health education, and mental health resources. We offer competitive PTO and holiday schedules to allow for personal time.  
• Future Financial security – No matter where you are in your career, at some point, everyone winds down. We’ll help you make it happen when you’re ready to retire. We offer both a company funded pension and matching 401(k) – our investment in you and your complete future.  
• Perks – From on-site fitness centers or discounted gym memberships to catered associate events, many perks come with the job. We celebrate and reward you for hard work any chance we can.  
• Inclusion – We have teams of problem solvers with diverse voices. Every day, we get after it to innovate and find solutions for a better tomorrow – at home and around the world. 
• Fair pay – Direct compensation that is fair and competitive with the market. Your success is our success. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Glen Raven provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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