Rotating Lead Dyer at Southern Mills, Inc in Molena, Georgia

Job Description:

Summary/Objective

Mixes chemicals and operates or tends machines to dye fabric.  Ensures correct shading of fabric.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Operates the dyeing host system that mixes the dyes and chemicals for the dyeing process.


2. Enters data such as the batch ticket information and formula identifications into the dyeing host system.


3. Weighs and safely mixes chemicals for dyeing process according to product specifications.


4. Responsible for visual inspections of the machine and fabric to insure proper processing.


5. Adjust machine settings and chemicals.


6. Reads and interprets data from the Color Eye to ensure that the fabric has been dyed to the correct shade. Interprets the data to adjust the chemicals for correct shading.


7. Troubleshoots and corrects causes of off –shade dye problems. Notifies supervisor or maintenance when equipment malfunctions.


8. Perform housekeeping duties in assigned areas.


9. Any other duties assigned by management.

Competencies

1. Attention to Detail


2. Problem Solving / Analysis


3. Effective Communication


4. Prioritization Skills


5. Teamwork


6. Self-Motivated


7. Technical Skills

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a manufacturing environment. The candidate is frequently exposed to noise, dust and various chemicals, and moving mechanical parts requiring the use of appropriate personal protective equipment including safety glasses, hearing protection and non-skid shoes. 

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, sit, walk, stand, and hear. This employee may be required to reach with hands and arms at and above shoulder level, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, and frequently lift up to 50 Ibs.  Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, hours will vary.  Weekends and overtime may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

Little to no travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience

1. High School Diploma or GED


2. Must be able to operate a tugger or forklift. Certification to operate these units will be required.

AAP/EEO Statement

TenCate Protective Fabrics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability,  genetic information,  service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, selection, hiring, training, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and demotion.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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