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1st Shift Process Technician/Change Over Specialist

Crescent Textile Solutions (RTP Company) · Two Rivers, WItoday

High school-level Manufacturing / Production roles on Crosslinked list a median of $56k (136 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Run changeovers and operate yarn spinning/knitting equipment on 1st shift

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Hands-on textile converting across wool, alpaca, nylon, Kevlar and Nomex on a 4-day week

Might not be for you. Production-floor role with heavy lifting, standing, heat and airborne fiber dust — not R&D

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution First industry roleBS acceptable Realistic requirements

Adjacent materials roleConverts fibers into yarns; operations include blending, carding, spinning, winding, doubling, twisting; fibers include nylon, acrylic, polyester, Nomex, Kevlar

Seniority
Entry level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
High school
Industry
Consumer goods
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Schedule
Compressed 4x10

Role details

Brief Description

Crescent Textile Solutions is a manufacturer of woolen-spun yarns located on the western shore of Lake Michigan in beautiful Two Rivers, WI. Crescent has provided the best natural and synthetic yarns to the textile industry for almost 100 years. Crescent Textile Solutions converts fibers into yarns sold to manufacturers of knitted and woven products. The textile operations performed by Crescent Textile Solutions include blending, carding, spinning, winding, doubling, and twisting. In addition, Crescent’s wholly owned subsidiary, Owen Glove Lining, manufactures knitted fleece linings for the safety, apparel and sporting goods industries.

Fibers converted into yarns by Crescent Textile Solutions include wool, alpaca, angora, nylon, acrylic, polyester, Nomex, Kevlar and Kanecaron modacrylic. Our technical staff regularly participate in the research and development efforts of our customers to understand their needs and provide guidance in making material recommendations. Crescent Textile Solutions is the recognized industry leader in innovative new blends.

Crescent Textile Solutions is a business unit of Miller Waste Mills, Inc., dba RTP Company. RTP Company is a global compounder of custom engineered thermoplastics headquartered in Winona, Minnesota.

Work Schedule

: Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Requirements

Skills and Abilities

  • Must be dependable with excellent attendance
  • Must be self-directed with a strong work ethic
  • Must work well with others and has a positive attitude
  • Must be safety conscious
  • Must be mechanically inclined
  • Previous experience with circular knitting machines a plus
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good basic math skills
  • Must be punctual and reliable
  • Must be able to read, write, and speak English

Education And Experience

  • HS degree or GED preferred
  • Past manufacturing experience preferred

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

  • Frequent bending/stooping, squatting, reaching above shoulder level, crouching and lifting (up to 60 lbs)
  • Continual walking in a relatively confined area is required
  • Frequent standing at floor level and above floor level on equipment
  • Coordination of skills performed at heights no greater than three feet
  • Exposure to extremes (90º F) in temperature
  • Good vision is required, 20/20 or corrected to 20/20
  • Frequent and continuous use of hands and arms
  • Employees with sensitivities to dust may be exposed to airborne dust, silk and synthetic fibers and are encouraged to wear a mask to help filter out airborne fiber.

Summary

*EOE, including disability/vets;* *All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.*

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Common questions

Where is the 1st Shift Process Technician/Change Over Specialist role at Crescent Textile Solutions (RTP Company) based?

This role is based in Two Rivers, WI.

What degree is required for the 1st Shift Process Technician/Change Over Specialist role at Crescent Textile Solutions (RTP Company)?

This role requires a High school.

What polymers or materials does this 1st Shift Process Technician/Change Over Specialist role work with?

wool, nylon, polyester.