Weaving Lead-2nd Shift

Job Title: Weaving Lead

Position Category: Weaving

Reports to: Weaving Supervisor

FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

The Weaver Lead is responsible for supervising a team of weavers, ensuring efficient and effective production, while also overseeing the performance, troubleshooting, and maintenance of weaving machinery.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage workflow from warp, looms, finishing and blocking
• Assign tasks and set production targets, ensuring timely completion of work
• Perform daily safety inspections and equipment maintenance checks
• Maintains machine maintenance and loom set-up
• Identify and implement corrective actions to prevent defects and improve quality
• Maintain target production rates are met
• Ensure safe working practices are followed
• Follow established procedures to maintain a clean and organized environment, including immediate work area, breakroom and restrooms
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and guidelines
• Other duties as assigned by management

REQUIRED SKILLS

• High School Diploma, GED, or formal vocational training
• Minimum of 1-3+ years’ experience in a weaving manufacturing environment

RECOMMENDED SKILLS

• Knowledge of warping, narrow fabric looms
• Self-motivated and safety conscious
• Effective team leadership management
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Required to stand and walk frequently. Moderate lifting (materials and tooling), must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. 
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. Environment maintains an increased noise level.