Finishing Operator - Sheboygan, United States - Wigwam Mills Inc

Wigwam Mills Inc

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Sheboygan, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

About Wigwam Mills, Inc.
Wigwam Mills, Inc. is a long-standing leader in the US-based development and manufacturing of high-quality, performance socks. We work together as a team and know that our greatest asset is a loyal, well-informed employee. Founded in 1905 by the Chesebro family, Wigwam remains privately owned today. Come join our family-owned business, proudly located in Sheboygan, WI for over 110 years

We are looking for full-time machine operators with a desire to excel in a fast-paced high-tech environment, to continue our tradition of producing high-quality hosiery in our Finishing Department.

Hours: 2pm to 10pm Monday - Friday. Overtime as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Learn and execute all boarding, pairing, packaging, and printing procedures and standards.
Understand all pertinent information systems and record/report required data.
Board hosiery according to standards. Move material handling equipment to assigned locations. Locate batches with appropriate work orders and uses designated machines.
Inspect hosiery and sort according to standards. Fill out paperwork related to quality.
Package products according to standards, using appropriate equipment and supplies. Print labels and packaging according to specifications using software and equipment provided. Store and retrieve material as required.
Keep work area and equipment clean.
Other duties as assigned in Knitting or Distribution Center departments.

REQUIREMENTS:

Communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to be flexible and work under pressure in a fastpaced, fluid environment.
Ability to interact in a proactive manner with peers and management and work as a team player.
Must be capable of standing and walking up to 12 hours per day.
Must be capable of frequent shoulderheight reaching and bending and able to lift 25#.
Capable of adhering to Standard Work Procedures.
Basic math skills (counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication).
Must be legally authorized to work for a company in the U.S. without sponsorship.

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