The Albany International Kaukauna facility is a union-free environment. The Albany philosophy is to involve employees in Safety, Quality, and Productivity improvement activities in order to serve our customers well and provide long-term stability. Successful candidates must have strong teamwork skills, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic, along with the necessary qualifications. The Loom Operator plays a major role in the initial stage of production of Engineered and Forming Fabrics for use in the building, pulp and paper industry. Over time the incumbent is trained in a variety of distinct tasks each associated with the classification of Loom Operator. These include: knot-tying, threading, set-up, start-up, loom operation, cleaning and burling fabrics. Albany International is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Disabled.

Qualifications

Essential Job Functions

· To operate weaving looms.

· To follow instructions on trailer cards.

· To perform standard work as specified in JIBS.

· To assure quality of products.

· To perform minor maintenance work.

· Knot tie and help warpers

· Help with Changeovers

· Help thread

· Operate hoist/forklift

· Help clean looms

· Start ups

· To work on process improvement initiatives.

· To participate on various Department Groups and Committees.

· To act as a member of the Department Weaving Team.

· To perform all tasks requested by Team Leads.

· Reads, understands and is committed to conducting business in accordance to Albany International’s Business Ethics Policy. All business of the company should, at all times, be conducted ethically, fairly, honestly and with integrity.

Requirements

Safety conscious

· Manual skills

· Basic computer skills

· Good communication skills

· Positive attitude

· Quality oriented

· Occasional overtime required

High School Diploma Required, associate degree preferred

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Operator - Loom