Press Operator - 7AM- 3PM - $15/HR - SYPHRIT ROAD WELLFORD

About the role

Leigh Fibers, headquartered in Wellford, SC, is a well-established international manufacturer specializing in engineered fiber solutions. The company is recognized as the largest processor of textile waste in North America, diverting approximately 300 million pounds of waste annually. With a strong focus on sustainability and a history spanning over a century, Leigh Fibers maintains a solid reputation in the industry through extensive experience, continuous innovation, and enduring global relationships. The company serves various markets, including automotive, bedding, caskets, furniture, apparel, acoustic insulation, sporting equipment, specialty fibers, and more. As Leigh Fibers expands its market share, the company is actively seeking individuals who are motivated, driven, and eager to contribute to their family-like work environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate lift truck to remove bales from the holding area as needed.
• Visually inspect finished bales for any variances in quality (color, threads, foreign material, etc.) and alert the lead operator of any changes.
• Weigh and properly label finished bales.
• Maintain ropes and bale wraps needed for the removal of finished bales.
• Use compressed air to clean the press as needed.
• Maintain continuous housekeeping standards.
• Wear all the required personal protective equipment.
• Perform all tasks safely according to the Job Safety Analysis (JSAs).
• Knowledge and understanding of emergency codes.
• Keep the lift truck and wheels clean (JSA #15).
• Perform visual and operational checks of lift trucks prior to operation.
• Perform any other job-related tasks as directed by the production operator or production lead operator.
• Follow all lockout/tagout procedures.
• Report any unsafe acts or conditions to your production lead operator.
• Keep body parts clear of all pinch points.
• Operate bale dolly.
• Electric bale dolly battery change-out.
• Clean press condenser.

Qualifications

• Able to understand directions and communicate with others.
• Meet minimum pre-employment testing standards.
• Possess an on-site issued lift truck operator license.

Physical Job Demands

• Moderate physical effort is required.
• Regularly required to lift a 6-lb jig with multiple extensions to a height of 72” while guiding the extensions into slots at the top of the press foot.
• Must be able to reach/apply packaging at an 80” height.
• Regularly required to stand, reach, and move about the facility.
• Pulling/pushing of press doors during bale removal.
• Connecting of ropes around finished material bales.
• Climbing on or off the lift truck, steps to the catwalk, and ladders.

Benefits

The company offers an excellent benefit package, which includes low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as 401k and Roth plans. Additional benefits are also available.

Pay

Salary range: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour.

Schedule

Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM