2nd Shift Tie-In Operator

About the role

The Tie-in/Warp Replacement Technician leases out warps that are to be retied and prepares loom and mounts new pattern into looms requiring a pattern. They also pull over warps and correct any misdraws or misreeds. As required, they cover sand drums and press rollers. The Tie-in/WRT is responsible for tying new warps to warp outs on the loom, and for maintaining the tie-in machine and tie-in frame. The Tie-in/WRT will also make necessary repairs and corrections to the warps as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lease out warps for retying
• Prepare loom and mount new pattern into looms requiring a pattern
• Pull over warps and correct misdraws or misreeds
• Cover sand drums and press rollers as required
• Tie new warps to warp outs on the loom
• Maintain the tie-in machine and tie-in frame
• Make necessary repairs and corrections to warps

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, understand and follow written instructions, Construction Sheets and drafts
• Capacity to work independently
• Ability to lift light to heavy weights
• Good vision
• Good mechanical ability
• Weaving experience
• Standard learning period of 24 weeks OJT, supervised
• Serve as an On‑the‑Job Instructor; periodically train others to perform the job

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision with wellness incentives
• Company‑provided life insurance and short‑term disability
• Critical care, telehealth, FSA/HSA and Employee Assistance Program
• 401K with company match
• $5K annual Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Incentive Plans (for hourly and salaried employees) and referral bonuses
• Paid holidays, 1st year vacation and sick leave, and employee discounts
• Multiple recognition programs and engagement/appreciation events
• Steel Sports Sponsorship for youth athletic coaches and flexible schedules for practices/games