Part-Time Finishing Operator - 1st Shift

Wigwam Mills, Inc. is a long-standing leader in the US-based development and manufacturing of high-quality, performance socks. We work together as a team and know that our greatest asset is a loyal, well-informed employee. Founded in 1905 by the Chesebro family, Wigwam remains privately owned today. Come join our family-owned business, proudly located in Sheboygan, WI for over 110 years! We are looking for part-time machine operators with a desire to excel in a fast-paced high-tech environment, to continue our tradition of producing high-quality hosiery in our finishing department. Hours of Work: 24 to 28 hours per week between 6:00am and 2:00pm.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Learn and execute all boarding, pairing, packaging, and printing procedures and standards. Understand all pertinent information systems and record/report required data.Board hosiery according to standards. Move material handling equipment to assigned locations. Locate batches with appropriate work orders and uses designated machines.Inspect hosiery and sort according to standards. Fill out paperwork related to quality.Package products according to standards, using appropriate equipment and supplies. Print labels and packaging according to specifications using software and equipment provided. Store and retrieve material as required.Keep work area and equipment clean.REQUIREMENTS:Communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English.Ability to be flexible and work under pressure in a fast-paced, fluid environment.Ability to interact in a proactive manner with peers and management and work as a team player.Must be capable of standing and walking up to 12 hours per day.Must be capable of hand coordination required to apply socks to pneumatic lift and to pair, inspect, label and bag socks.Must be capable of frequent shoulder-height reaching and bending and able to lift 25#.Capable of adhering to Standard Work Procedures.Basic math skills (counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication).PREFERENCES:Previous manufacturing experience is preferred.