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Work Shift:
Second Shift - Somersworth (United States of America)
Work Shift Time:
3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Job Objective: Operate a set of up to 60 looms following Standard Work Instruction and meeting takt time. Maintain safety, quality and delivery standards. Complete necessary paperwork.
Essential Job Functions: Operate set(s) of looms. Repair breaks, draw-in, repair smashes, perform style changes, and ensure construction conforms to style sheets. Follow control parameters as per Control Plan and style sheet. Doff loom pancakes, and transfer to carts, weigh rolls and boxes, make out and attach production tickets and transport to Greige area as required. Collect weft yarns and change weft packages as required. Tie top beams as required. Complete necessary production paperwork/data entry. Clean looms and work area as required. Accountable for personal goals and Weave Room team goals.
Level I Certification : Ability to safely and consistently perform all duties listed above.
Level II Certification : Ability to consistently meet Level I criteria, ability to consistently perform duties at the Creel and Warper, ability to perform duties at dry slashing.
Level III Certification : Ability to perform all duties in level I and Level II, perform all duties in Wet slashing and Specialty warping.
Job Qualifications:

• Two years of production machine operator experience.
• Hazardous Communications and Lockout / Tagout certification (or certification within 30 days).
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic data entry.
• Proficiency in the use of a ruler.
• Ability to wear hearing protection.
• Good dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Vision with or without aid to permit detail work.
• Ability to perform essential Job Functions to an acceptable standard with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to maintain or exceed work standards which will be reviewed at regular intervals.
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to do self-paced learning including book, web-based and classroom participation.

PERKS OF BEING PART OF OUR TEAM:
At Velcro USA Inc., we truly value our employees. We strive to support each and every employee by providing a safe and healthy work environment, challenging and rewarding careers, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Velcro USA Inc. offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and generous time-off designed to meet the needs of our workforce. Advancement and growth opportunities are offered and encouraged to all employees.
Health and Welfare Benefits:
Medical and Prescription Coverage (HSA and HRA Options)
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts
Award Winning Wellness and Incentive Program
Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Retirement Savings Plan
401(k) Saving Plan with generous 5.5% Company match and Immediate Vesting
Time-Off Benefits
Paid Vacation Time
Paid Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave
13 Paid Company Holidays
Other Benefits and Programs
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Financial Wellness Benefit - Smart Dollar®
Employee Recognition Programs
Employee Resource Groups
Charitable or Educational Matching Gift Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Velcro Companies 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.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.