What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inspection - Doffer position at Bedford Weaving, Inc?
Nestled in the historic town of Bedford, Virginia, Bedford Weaving has been a staple in the community for many years. After starting as a silk weaving mill in the 1930s, Belding-Heminway, one of the oldest textile companies founded in this country, purchased the company. Belding-Heminway continued to operate until Mr. Garbarini purchased the business in 1982 and the company has continued to see success and growth through subsequent generations of the Garbarini family.
Belding-Hemingway played an important role in the manufacturing of thread for parachutes during WWII1. The Garbarini family has kept this rich tradition alive today by continuing to supply to companies that produce American made products.
Job Description
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Inspect lift truck and complete daily lift truck inspection form at the beginning of each shift
- Ability to doff (push) the backing off the loom and start a new roll
- Must be able to identify proper production ticket
- Must be able to drive any kind of lift trucks (on-site training provided)
- Move full and empty beams with the hubtex (cloth truck)
- Keep the supervisor informed of all problems and issues of concern
- Examine each roll/pallet/rack/cage carefully to ensure it is in good condition
- Responsible for setting/transporting the material in the correct locations
- Responsible for prioritizing loom doffing
- Placing the rolls in the cloth trucks and/or pallets, and maintaining the roll records
- Must be able to work with Shipping when required
- Responsible for housekeeping such as emptying trash cans, putting paper waste in trash cans, emptying loom waste cans in correct bins, etc.
- Maintain good working condition of the equipment
- Report any incidents immediately
- Work safely with complete adherence to all safety procedures
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to manage time and multiple priorities
- Precise manual dexterity is required
- Excellent attention to detail and safety
- Must be able to work assigned shift and overtime as necessary
- Dependability and reliability are required
- Good vision required
Physical Requirements:
- Moving, bending, and pushing
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance
- Adhere to safety requirements including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
Working Conditions:
- Manufacturing setting
- Shift is: 7AM – 3PM
- Flexibility to work a 2nd shift on an as needed basis (3PM - 11PM)
- Moderate to high noise levels at times (PPE and testing provided)
- May require the use of sharp tools to cut materials
All offers of employment are contingent on passing a drug screen as well as a background investigation (including criminal courts history, social security name and number verification).
The company provides reasonable accommodations for disabilities.
Benefits
- Medical Insurnace
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays (7)
- Life Insurance (Company provided with the option to purchase additional coverage)
- On the job training
- Several bonus opportunities
