Dyeing Lead

Job Title

Dyeing Lead | Sunday - Thursday

Position Overview

This position is Sunday - Thursday 11pm -7am

Position Objective

To ensure the CDR is running properly.
Essential Duties (Considering job knowledge, job environment, effort, manipulative skill, judgment, safety knowledge, and responsibility):
Communicate what is ready to run and what needs to be struck to the Operator, SewOn and Supervisor.
Assign buggies and runs when necessary.
To ensure that special instructions are not lost or overlooked, check assignment sheets at SewOn to verify that special instructions are included.
Oversee and help set up tests and experiments.
Assist with solution of any production problems.
Provide the fluidyer operator with information concerning upcoming runs and strikes.
In order, assign runs, strikes to be dyed, and spacers.
When appropriate, determine the length of lead off material needed between each run or strikes.
Utilize computer to print out, modify, and complete formulas.
Provide tank build and tank add information to Dye Weigher via verbal communication or formula extension printouts.
Follow procedures as outlined in SMS.
Evaluate shifts in color.
Perform quality control tests.
Non-Essential Duties (Considering job knowledge, job environment, effort, manipulative skill, judgment, safety knowledge, and responsibility):
Perform weekend cleanup and startup functions.
Report safety and quality risks and incidents immediately.
Must be knowledgeable and up to date on job procedures and safety requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to bend, sit, walk or stand intermittently for at least an 8 hour shift.
• Must be able to work in temperatures that range from 50 degrees to 100 degrees.
• Must be able to climb ladders, use air/water hoses, pick up garbage bags, work in wet and dusty environment and work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to climb stairs several times per 8 hour shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds of carpet occasionally throughout the shift.
• Must be able to climb into the machines for cleaning and repairing equipment.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to recognize letters and numbers.
• Must be able to read, write and understand English.
• Must have hand and finger dexterity to enter data into computers.
• Must have basic math skills: multiplication, fractions, division, addition and subtraction.
• Must be able to read charts and graphs.
• Must be able to use a computer and keyboard to effectively use formula control.

Training Requirements

• Must complete all OSHA, SAFE and Plant Specific Safety Training.
• Must pass all job specific training tasks and tests.
• Attend and pass additional training classes as needed.
• Must complete all Ethics modules assigned by Corporate.
• Must understand the operation of the Tufting and Finishing departments and how these processes relate to carpet manufacturing.

Tool, Equipment & Material Requirements

• Plant 4 approved safety glasses and hearing protection
• Any other PPE listed on JHA
• Utility knife, Trim Knives, Cross cut knife
• Computer and scanner

J-box Controls

• Pallet truck and/or Drum hand truck
• Lift Truck and/or Scissor Lift

Sewing Machine

Fluid dyer controls

Scissors

• Dryer controls
• Video cameras

Radio

• Cleaning equipment
• Custom tools
• PH meter

Safety & Security Requirements

• Abide by and enforce plant safety rules and regulations.
• Know evacuation routes, locations of storm shelters, and gathering places.
• Must comply with all required OSHA, SAFE, and Plant specific safety rules and regulations.
• Refer to General Plant Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
• Refer to Specific Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) for this job.
• Refer to Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

Shaw Employee Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Shaw Family Health and Dental Centers (Dalton & Cartersville)

Behavioral and Mental Health Support

Paid Time Off

Bereavement and Holiday Pay

Paid Parental Leave and Leave of Absence Pay

Employee Discounts

Career Development & Education Assistance

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Disability & Life Insurance

Financial and Retirement Planning

Medical & Social Security Assistance

And More!

Work Shift

• 8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to out-punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts PM
• Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.