NATURAL FIBER WELDING, INC.
Located in Peoria, Illinois, Natural Fiber Welding, Inc. (NFW) produces a scalable and sustainable universe of peerless high-performance materials created from abundant natural sources. NFW is driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, innovative ideas, and the desire to commercialize new products from nature and is comprised of a team of scientists, engineers, and business leaders that are inspired to impact the world. We are looking for exceptional talent who can contribute to our exciting and fast-paced, rapidly growing organization.
Production Team Member - Clarus
The Production Team Member is responsible for preparing the yarn line daily to customer specifications, as well as performing routine maintenance checks to ensure the line is running properly. This position is also responsible for shipping yarn orders and keeping inventory of yarn and chemical supplies.
Essential Job Functions:
Sets up and operates custom machinery
Records data on a laptop or tablet
Observes, corrects, and reports any issues
Monitors multiple running yarn production processes
Works safely with chemicals
Takes initiative, and works independently on solving problems
Works closely with Quality Control team
Properly packages, labels and ships customer orders
Performs minor maintenance and custodial duties, such as cleaning filters and pumps
Maintains work area in a clean, neat and orderly manner
Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve department and company goals
Complies with all safety practices and procedures and reports all unsafe activities
Other related duties as assigned
Education/Experience Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
Experience in maintenance/machine repair/ manufacturing industry is a plus
Basic use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and email skills required
Competency Requirements
Strong math and problem-solving skills are a MUST
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Ability to work flexible shifts
Strong attention to detail is mandatory
Ability to take direction; willingness to learn
Ability to work as a team as well as independently
Ability to read, analyze and interpret data
Ability to adapt to ongoing change
Physical Requirements
Frequent talking, hearing and visual observation
Frequent use of hands to grasp, handle, or feel; finger dexterity must be sufficient to feed yarn through small spaces and tie small knots
Regular standing, walking, sitting and reaching; must be able to stand up to 8 hours a day
Regular stooping, kneeling, crouching
Frequent lifting of up to 35 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds
Occasional climbing, typically on a stepladder
Vision Requirements
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
Ability to focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
Work Environment
Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office/production setting with adequate ventilation
Majority of the work is performed in a manufacturing environment with moderate noise level
Required to use personal protective equipment including slip and spill resistant shoes as well as protective eyewear when in production areas
Overtime may be required
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the position.
NFW provides you with access to a telehealth benefit, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, critical illness, accident insurance, healthcare plan options, a discretionary 401k plan and paid vacation and sick time.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The Company is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive team in which members of all backgrounds can contribute and thrive. In compliance with state and federal law, the Company does not discriminate in employment or administration of its programs and policies on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service. Our policy reflects and affirms the Company's commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all unlawful discriminatory practices.
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