Fitesa is a global leader in nonwoven fabric solutions, specializing in providing innovative fabrics the hygiene, medical, and industrial markets. Our North American headquarters in Simpsonville, SC has an excellent opportunity for a Machine Operator to join our rapidly growing team.

In addition to a highly competitive pay structure with a start pay rate of $18.10/HR + $2.00 Shift diff + bonus opportunity, we offer these additional benefits:

Fitesa Benefits:

• Paid vacation
• 9 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
• 7% 401(K) paid by the company up to 4% dollar for dollar match + additional 3% company contribution
• Flexible insurance packages with no waiting period for medical, vision, and dental benefits

Fitesa operators are crucial to our success. The attention to detail and quality standards must be maintained at all times. Additional responsibilities of the role:

• Follow all Simpsonville Site Safety Rules
• Perform Line Start-Up, Shut-Down and Shift Cleanup.
• Communicate with off-going and on-coming operators to ensure proper hand-off.
• Use quality data results to make adjustments to process conditions.
• Operate manufacturing equipment within the specified limits of the appropriate center line.
• Monitor, verify and change process conditions to comply with centerlines.
• Operate and monitor the right setups for the machines assigned.
• Assist with installation of innovated process and teamwork with process engineers to improve operations.
• Perform troubleshooting of Extrusion, Slitting or Recycling lines.
• Assist other team members, as needed, and perform all other duties as assigned.

Behavioral Competencies Required:

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to work with a minimal amount of daily supervision.
• Ability to work well with all departments and members of the plant to accomplish the objectives assigned.
• Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and corresponding precautions necessary for the safe performance of assigned duties.
• Willing and able to work flexible hours, including rotating shifts, as needed.

Educational Requirements and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• At least 1 year of manufacturing / Assembly experience
• 3+ years in a Manufacturing environment with prior experience in Extrusion or Injection Molding highly preferred.
• Non-Woven Experience a plus.

Additional Information:

Fitesa offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. Fitesa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Fitesa will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

• Eligibility to apply is in accordance with Fitesa hiring policies and practices. Please contact Fitesa HR with questions regarding eligibility.
• This position is reserved for US candidates only and does not offer international transfer.