Bgf Industries-posted 10 months ago
$22 - $24/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Altavista, VA
Textile Mills

BGF Industries is an historical leader in technical textile materials, providing our employees with the opportunity to support some of the world's largest and most critical industries. From automotive and electric vehicle insulation to surfboard glass, ballistic armor and aerospace composites, we continue to invest in ourselves, expanding our capabilities to constantly enter new industries and improve on existing textile technology. At BGF, we value our employees and care about their interests, enabling well-rounded industry education, and providing an inclusive culture that is intellectual, challenging and all-around positive. BGF Industries is seeking skilled individuals experienced in manufacturing who have machine fixing capabilities!

  • Conduct work in a safe manner, following all company required safe work rules.
  • Report any accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately.
  • Attend all required safety training.
  • Maintain all safety aspects of the looms, including control buttons and safety guards.
  • Manage and maintain a set of machines on any given week and assist others as needed.
  • Ensure machines run to optimum efficiency for the fabric style being produced.
  • Prepare machines for the weaving function to commence by placing gears and ensuring accurate start-up of new warps.
  • Complete quality checklist and sign tickets for each new warp.
  • Perform general maintenance of machines in response to breakdowns and preventive maintenance.
  • Record parts fitted onto machines and document repairs/adjustments.
  • Make routine inspections of all looms to ensure the absence of faults.
  • Identify and rectify faults diagnosed as quickly as possible.
  • Maintain a high standard of housekeeping within the weaving areas.
  • Monitor looms flagged by the weaver.
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Demonstrated experience in machinery repair/troubleshooting.
  • Mechanical aptitude necessary - must successfully pass mechanical aptitude test.
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
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