Yarn Operator

Now Hiring:
Yarn Operator / Backwind Operator 2nd & 3rd Shift | Textile & Technical Experience Encouraged Pay = $18-$20 per hour (depending on experience) Shift Schedules

• 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday, 3 pm - 11 pm
• 3rd Shift: Sunday-Thursday, 11 pm - 7 am

Consistent schedules - no rotating shifts

This position is well-suited for candidates with experience in:

• Yarn winding or back winding
• Fiber, extrusion, or continuous production environments
• Technical machine operation or setup roles

You'll have ownership of the back winding processes that support downstream production, working closely with machine operators, technicians, and supervisors in a team-based environment.

As a Yarn Operator/Backwind Operator, you'll be responsible for the technical oversight and smooth operation of back-winding equipment used in weatherstripping manufacturing.

• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and perform minor maintenance on back winding equipment
• Monitor production flow and adjust to changing production and inventory needs
• Ensure equipment efficiency meets production and quality standards
• Track yarn usage, scrap rates, uptime, and package delivery
• Monitor production to standard work and report findings
• Identify improvement opportunities related to safety, quality, and efficiency
• Communicate regularly with supervisors, team leaders, and operators
• Maintain accurate documentation and basic computer records
• Follow and promote safe work practices

• Textile, yarn, winding, or similar manufacturing experience strongly desired
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work independently while supporting a team environment

• Standing, reaching, and hands‑on machine work throughout the shift
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs
• Comfortable working in a louder production environment

Shift Various Shifts

Pay Range $18-$20

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Post Internal Days 0

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Category Manufacturing

Location Ultrafab South (UFS)

EOE Statement Ultrafab Inc. provides Equal Employment Opportunity with respect to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, job assignments, transfers, demotions, training, leaves of absence, layoff, benefits, termination, and employer-sponsored activities, including social and recreational programs. This policy prohibits discrimination against all legally protected classes including, but not limited to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), creed, age, color, religion (including wearing attire, clothing, or facial hair in accordance with the tenets of religion), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and transgender status), gender identity and expression, reproductive health decisions, marital status, familial status, national origin, physical or mental disability (including gender dysphoria and being a certified medical marijuana patient), sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, criminal history, veteran status, genetic information (including predisposing genetic characteristics) or any other characteristic protected by law.”

About the Organization We are a privately held manufacturing company headquartered in Farmington, New York. Our main manufacturing facility is approximately 20 minutes east of Downtown, Rochester, NY. In addition, we have two production facilities, Ultrafab West in McPherson, Kansas, and Ultrafab South in Greer, South Carolina. We are proud of the industry reputation we have earned for our quality, commitment to service, employee development, and community support.

Founded in 1970, we have close to 300 employees supporting our two divisions.

Pile Weatherstrip and Extruded Components (sold into the window and door industries)

Specialty Products (sold to OEMs)

We believe our success is dependent upon the success of our employees. We cannot achieve company success without satisfied customers, and we cannot maintain satisfied customers without satisfied employees. Thus, we strive to offer competitive wages, challenge and growth opportunities, an attractive benefits package, and a good work environment to all employees.

If you are up to the challenge and have the skills that we are currently looking for, we encourage you to apply.

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This position is currently accepting applications.