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Pendleton Woolen Mills has a rich history and legacy of producing sustainable, high-quality woolen goods. This has influenced the Northwest's culture since 1863 when British weaver Thomas Kay began weaving in Oregon. The "Warranted to be a Pendleton" label is a testament to our commitment to producing high-quality textiles. JOB SUMMARY: Weigh and blend wool lots according to the Mixing Schedule and operate the Pneumatic Conveyor System, including cleaning. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Weigh-up wool lots based on the yarn production order Operate Pneumatic Conveyor Blending System Operate Baler Operate forklift Unload Stock Truck Load Stock bales on a truck to Pendleton Clean Pneumatic Conveyor System Operate waste baler and bale waste as needed Manage stock dye and raw stock inventories Keep the work area clean and organized Prepare water and oil tanks for Auto-Mist Operate Auto-Mist system Retrieve and open bales of wool Perform all duties under safety rules and regulations Seek opportunities to improve safety and quality in your manufacturing process Perform other duties as assigned Willingness to cross-train in various sections of Yarn production to adapt efficiently to changing needs. SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: Follow verbal and written instructions Possess basic math skills Ability to read and write legibly in English Seek opportunities to improve personal understanding and capabilities Self-motivated and ability to multitask Effectively communicate with other mixing operators, shift supervisor, and Department Manager Ability to maintain a valid Forklift Certification PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Stand, walk, twist, and crouch on concrete as needed during the entire shift (breaks and meals excluded). Ability to lift up to 35 pounds on occasion. Employees are never expected to lift any loads if doing so is unsafe or too high a risk. Push and pull wheeled carts containing products weighing up to 200 pounds short distances. Ability to safely run a hand truck to move bales of wool up to 450 pounds. Capable of climbing ladder of baler and freestanding ladder for cleaning Capable of handling band cutters and wire cutter tools EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION High School Diploma/GED Two or more years of production experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential responsibilities. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Production Mill with exposure to noise, dust, and chemicals, requiring the use of appropriate personal protective equipment BENEFITS Eight (8)-hour shifts, Monday-Friday, with occasional overtime on Saturday. Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance are available after sixty days of employment, with competitive employer contribution. 401K matching Non-occupational Disability Insurance is available after ninety days of employment. We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.