Job Description

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

 

Carpenter Co has an immediate opening for a 1st Shift-Regulator at our Longview, NC manufacturing facility.

 

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will be expected to spread stuffing material inside the finished cover to produce an even feel and look to the completed product/cushion.

 

Position Scope:

Major challenge involves the proper dispensation of material inside the pillow and/or comforter.  Interacts and communicates directly with lead person, material handlers, machine operators, and other regulators.  Works in a normal plant environment with exposure to temperature changes.

 

Education:

High school diploma or GED.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Prior manufacturing experience is required.
  • Specific on the job training is provided.
  • Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours, some weekends, holidays and call-in with little notice.
  • Must be able to work with little or no supervision.

 

Essential Functions:

  • Place foam core or bonded foam and fiber cushion in the stuffing machine and compress.
  • Place cover over the outside of the stuffing machine and activate the stuffer to insert the foam or foam and fiber in the cover.
  • Using a regulating needle or using the hand, fill the corners of the cover with filled materials, making sure all corners are filled and seams properly aligned and parallel with the foam edges.
  • Inspect for quality assurance.
  • Enclose cushion using enclosing (sewing) machine.

Working hours: 6:00 am- 2:30 pm and/or 7:00 am- 3:30 pm depend on business needs

Salary: $20.66 -$21.34 per hour. 

 

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit-sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. We also offer tuition reimbursement to our employees after 1 year of service. 

 

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.