About the Organization Valdese Weavers, a 100% employee-owned ESOP company, has been manufacturing residential and contract textiles in the foothills of North Carolina for over 100 years. From the hardworking people who run our looms to the creative minds that design our fabrics, we take pride in producing beautiful decorative fabrics that are seen all over the world. Further, there are benefits offered by the company to all of its employee-owners, from healthcare to retirement savings plans. The culture at Valdese Weavers is productive and family-oriented. Description Valdese Weavers, a 100% employee-owned ESOP company, is a renowned and respected textile mill located in Valdese, NC. With over 100 years of experience, we manufacture residential and contract textiles, persevering through challenging economic times. We take tremendous pride in producing beautiful decorative fabrics that are seen all over the world. Valdese Weavers offers a positive, productive, and progressive environment, along with excellent benefits. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Perform the following duties according to ISO 9001 work instructions and standards:
- Determine cloth to be plated and pull order according to tickets.
- Arrange tickets to match the order in which fabric is sewn together
- Pull cloth tightly between pins and sew together in straight seams, preventing bow and bias.
- Make sure fabric goes through frame and folds into buggy or rolls unto T frame without getting twisted. If fabric becomes twisted or something happens to the rollers at the top of the plater, use the ladder provided to reach and correct the problem.
- Move fabric to next process.
Position RequirementsEDUCATION, TRAINING, AND SKILLS NEEDED TO PERFORM JOB:
Basic reading, writing, and math skills. Be able to follow special instructions and directions. Good physical condition because heavy lifting is required. Forklift license is required for moving buggies and lifting fabric to storage tubes. Basic computer skills and use of LXE gun Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Shift First Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Location Lovelady Rd. Valdese, NC EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This position is currently accepting applications.