Operator, Can Hauling

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Transport full cans of drawing sliver from draw frames to staging area in between Open-end spinning frames and pick up empty drawing cans and take to the staging area beside the draw frames using a motorized tugger and trailer combination.

• Load cans into tugger trailers by tilting can backwards on its edge and pushing can into place on the trailer. 
• Transport the full cans of sliver to the appropriate Open-end spinning frame using the tugger making sure the safety horn is used to warn other associates in the area that the tugger is in motion.
• Unload the full cans in the storage area in between Open-end spinning frame, lining each can neatly in place. After trailers are empty load any empty drawing cans that have been staged in between Open-end spinning frame using the same procedure as loading the full cans outlined above.
• Return the empty cans back to the drawing area using all safety precautions as listed above and unload the empty drawing cans neatly into the storage area at the draw frames removing any sliver waste that may be on the cans into the proper waste container.
• Continue this cycle to keep the job caught up.
• Maintain the tugger by charging the batteries as needed at the proper charging station.
• Perform a check of the tugger before taking into service each morning to make sure all safety features are functioning and in place (example: horn).
• Clean any waste that has accumulated around the wheels of the tugger and trailers every two hours.
• 12-hour shifts
• Only work 15-16 days/nights a month
• Now Offering WEEKLY Pay!
• Stable and supportive work environment
• This opportunity is based in our Yarns Division

The requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability and willingness to learn
• Reliability, exceptional attendance
• Ability to work in a cotton dust environment  

• Join a leader in apparel manufacturing with strong safety and environmental standards
• Be part of a diverse workplace with fun workplace activities
• Benefit from continuous training opportunities
• Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages 

We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

We recognize the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a meaningful, collaborative work environment. As an inclusive employer, we value and embrace all the traits that make you uniquely you and seek to provide everyone with an equal chance to succeed. Because equity and inclusion matter at Gildan.

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