Textile Jobs in Wolfville, NS

Work site environment

• Noisy

Tasks

• Load and off-load machines
• Notify supervisor or mechanic of equipment malfunctions
• Operate and feed a variety of machines
• Set up, maintain and make minor repairs to machinery
• Push carts, trucks or cans of fibres from one work area to another
• Clean machines and immediate work areas
• Investigate machine stoppages
• Assist machine operators and other textile workers as required
• Examine products for defects to ensure adherence to quality standards
• Mix dyes or chemicals according to established formulae
• Operate a variety of machines to bleach, dye, coat or finish fabric, thread, yarn or other textile products

Type of yarn and fibre

• Wool
• Cotton
• Fabric blends

Equipment and machinery experience

• Carding machines
• Pickers
• Spinning frames
• Spooling, winding and twisting equipment
• Yarn texturizing machines
• Washing and milling equipment

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Reliability

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits