Dyeing/Kuster Lead| Monday- Friday

Job Title
Dyeing/Kuster Lead| Monday- Friday
Position Overview
This position is Monday- Friday 3pm-11pm.
POSITION OBJECTIVE: Assist the Supervisor in the daily operation of the shift, with an emphasis on training and quality improvement. Maintain a working knowledge of all Kuster jobs as may be required to relieve, replace, or assist operating personnel for absences, or unscheduled downtime.
Essential Duties:
Verify job procedures by observation to ensure all jobs on the line are performed correctly. This includes but is not limited to greige roll lay-up, sew-on, operation of tanks, pumps, lines, and valves for batch runs, Instacolor, fluid-dyer, steamers, SST, chemical application, dryer, and roll-up equipment
Inspect dyed rolls and maintain required reports
Perform required computer data entry/close-outs
Conduct on-the-job training with all new line employees if needed
Provide directions/instructions/guidance to all line personnel
Assist with shade matching on carpet by visual inspection
Line up production by speed groups and color sequencing
May be required to be on job 30 minutes prior to shift change
Assist in monitoring operations to ensure a quality product is being produced
Fill in for supervisor when needed, however, disciplinary action will be handled by Supervisor or Department Manager
Assist in keeping work areas in a clean, orderly manner
Other Requirements:
Must be able to pass the Munsell Color Test
Must have some basic computer skills
Analytical and problem-solving abilities
Basic reading and math skills required
Leadership abilities for motivating employees
Must be able to follow through with instructions, handle stress, and stay focused
Manual dexterity to perform all aspects of the job
Communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
Work in normal industrial environment with inherent background noise, dirt, humidity, and temperature variations
The employee works near moving mechanical parts and in precarious places
The employee may have to handle dyes and chemicals
Work Shift
8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in 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.