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Weaver

  • Kentville, NS
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 17, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Apply by
Oct 26, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

Operate multiple looms efficiently while monitoring for fabric defects and maintaining production records. Ensure all safety protocols are followed and maintain a clean, organized work environment.

Job details

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in. We are looking for motivated general labourers to join our production team in the weaving department. QHSE Responsibilities (Quality, Health, Safety & Environment) Comply with QHSE practices and rules, along with regulatory requirements Perform duties in a safe and compliant manner Report injury, near misses, unsafe or improper practices and conditions accurately and promptly. Assist in improving and maintaining safe and healthy working conditions, including participation in problem solving and risk analysis teams Attend all required HSE related training programs when required Coach new employees regarding proper HSE practices Know and understand the HSE plan and objectives Alert colleagues that are taking unnecessary risks Check safety devices prior to beginning operation Actively participate in HSE processes Question any work that you feel is unsafe and do not participate in work that will endanger the health or safety of any employee. Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment Job Requirements Have a good working knowledge of loom operating criteria and capable of running multiple looms at once. Must be able to recognize conditions that may result in fabric defects, in addition to recognizing a defect that has occurred. Reports all defects to Shift Supervisor and records in detail the status and cause of these defects on the Manufacturing Record. Works to a measured performance in both efficiency and quality requirements. Ensures all loom guards are in position and all safety requirements are followed. Leaves work area in a tidy condition at all times. Maintains accurate reports related to this position or as requested by Shift Supervisor. Assists Loom Prepper as directed by the Shift Supervisor. Must be familiar with all "Work Instructions" specific to weaving via VKS and all other relevant work instructions. Must keep current on new processes and process changes. Pay: Competitive Salary Shift premiums offered for 12-hour shifts and night shifts Job type: Full-time, night shift: 7pm to 7am Benefits: Designated paid holidays Group insurance program Life insurance Medica/dental/vision care coverage Employee assistance program Defined contribution pension plan with employer match Safety glasses/safety boots coverageAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

What you’ll do

Operate multiple looms efficiently while monitoring for fabric defects and maintaining production records. Ensure all safety protocols are followed and maintain a clean, organized work environment.

Requirements

Must have a good working knowledge of loom operating criteria and the ability to run multiple machines simultaneously. Candidates must be capable of identifying defects and adhering to strict quality and safety standards.

Benefits

  • Designated paid holidays
  • Group insurance program
  • Life insurance
  • Medical care coverage
  • Dental care coverage
  • Vision care coverage
  • Employee assistance program
  • Defined contribution pension plan
  • Safety glasses coverage
  • Safety boots coverage

Listed skills

  • Quality Control · Preferred
  • Safety Compliance · Preferred
  • Problem solving · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Loom operation
  • Quality control
  • Fabric defect detection
  • Manufacturing record keeping
  • Safety compliance
  • Risk analysis
  • Problem solving
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Work instruction adherence

Job areas

  • Manufacturing
  • Trades
  • Security & Safety

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