Aurora Specialty Textiles Group, Incis a global leader in coating, dyeing and finishing of woven, non-woven and knit fabrics. Based in Yorkville, Illinois, U.S.A., the company has a 140-year tradition of innovation and in 2015 invested in a new state-of-the-art, wide width coating and finishing line, and a new facility, that dramatically expand their ability to serve customers. Products include digitally-printable textiles, specialty home products, tape-backing products and technical textiles for a wide variety of industries. Aurora Specialty Textiles Group, Inc., is a Meridian Industries, Inc. company and ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified. Aurora is also an industry leader with regard to sustainable manufacturing practices and a recipient of multiple Valley Industrial Association’s (VIA) awards including Operational Excellence, Social Responsibility, Innovation, Culture, Safety, and Workforce Development.

Why ASTG is a Great Place to Work:

Great work shift: Four 10-hour days. We have Operator positions on both 1st and 2nd shift and we work a 4 day/ 40-hour work week. Monday – Thursday 10-hour days.Competitive Pay & Benefits: Our Operator rate ranges from $25.61 to 26.01/hour and a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k plan.Stability & Growth: This is a full-time position. Supportive Work Environment: We value our employees, the culture, and our environment and take great pride in making sure we provide a clean, safe workplace.Make a Difference: We’re a small family-owned company where your work supports the sports, military, home décor, belting and several other diverse industries.

Currently, Aurora seeks to hire a full-time Production Operator.

Position Summary: The Production Operator will have on-the-job training to learn to follow the process paperwork, line-up material, and complete set-up needs. They will use a forklift, pallet jack and crane system for moving and unloading goods. They will perform A-frame set up and changes. They operate in a production setting communicating with all teammates for efficient production and completion of all daily production paperwork and labeling of finished products. The operator will run equipment and learn how to troubleshoot production and quality issues. They may complete process paperwork and production sheets along with other duties assigned by Lead or Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Stages all rolls for line up and set upReceives in material scanning labels with scannerRecords run-time and stop time during work ordersUses saw to cut coresCleans rollers and other equipment as neededFlags defects and inspects material while runningCuts samples for Quality Sews seams using machineLabels all finished productUse of tape measure, hand tools, band saw, and Pallet JackParticipate in lean manufacturing projects Has solid work ethic and attendance

Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

High school diploma, GED or equivalent
Manufacturing experience highly desired
Ability to read process paperwork
Ability to read and use a tape measure
A combination of education and experience may meet the above requirements
This position is not eligible for employment sponsorship

Physical Requirements

Prolonged standing/walking throughout full 10-hour shiftAbility to bend, squat, stoop, kneel, push and pullVision: Ability to see up close, at a distance, and in low-light conditionsHearing: Ability to communicate effectively or monitor machines and equipment through soundEnvironmental Conditions: Working within manufacturing environment Lifting and Carrying: Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally throughout shift

Aurora is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our search includes all qualified individuals, without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a veteran, or any other category as protected by law. Aurora does not use artificial intelligence in any way that discriminates against applicants based on protected characteristics and complies fully with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. All final hiring decisions will be made by a human. Applicants may contact Human Resources with any questions regarding our use of artificial intelligence (if any) in the hiring process. This notice is provided in compliance with Illinois law.

Monday - Thursday 5:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Compensation details: 25.61-26.01 Hourly Wage

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Aurora Specialty Textiles Group, Inc.

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