Location: Knoxville,TN, USA
Job Title: Workroom Assistant (Non-sewing) FLSA Status: Hourly
Division: RWP Reports to: Drapery Supervisor
Department: Fabrication
Position Summary: Drapery Workroom Operator duties include, but are not limited to: custom drapery assembly, measuring, and cutting of textiles. This position also folds, and packages finished product.
Position Responsibilities:
* Inspects materials for flaws throughout the fabrication process. Notifies supervisor of any concerns.
* Cuts, handles and assembles, large pieces of fabric according to the custom specifications on the workorder.
* Assists Supervisor in identifying and increasing process efficiencies.
* Hand cutting fabric for drapery includes use of scissors, snips, seam rippers and rotary cutters at various stages of production.
* Inspects finished product, trims threads and pulls staples if used during fabrication process.
* Folds and Packages finished product to be sent to warehouse for shipping.
* Cleans and keeps work area clean, safe and organized.
* Notifies Supervisor and Maintenance of any repair issues or unsafe conditions.
* Perform additional responsibilities as needed, relative to the function of the Drapery Workroom role. Assistance in other departments may be required, as needs arise.
* Ability to stand and work most of the shift is required.
Role Qualifications/Essential Skills and Experience:
* High School Diploma or equivalent.
* Ability to work as part of a team and independently to complete assigned task.
* Able to receive and follow instructions as given.
* Able to use small hand tools and power tools as need.
* Effective communication skills.
* Must be able to push, pull and drag various fabrics through the production process.
* Must be able to twist, bend, lift, sit or stand for most of the day.
Reporting to This Position: N/A
Physical demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to 30 lbs. and push/pull up to 30 lbs. with the use of equipment. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
* Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.
* Audio Testing: No
* PPE: No
* Driver's License Required: No
General Sign-Off: The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies.
This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* No nights
* No weekends
* Overtime
Application Question(s):
* Are you willing to submit to a background check and drug screening? (Required)
Shift availability:
* Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person