Machine Operator

Posted:
1/26/2026, 12:29:16 AM

Location(s):
Georgia, United States ⋅ Thomaston, Georgia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

Standard Textile has been inspiring care, comfort, and change in our communities since 1940. While our business is creating innovative textiles, it’s our purpose that guides the solutions we offer and drives how we treat our customers, our associates, and the impact we make in our communities. We hold ourselves to a higher standard. A higher standard for why we exist, for how we create, and for what's next.

The Machine Operator will operate, tend, and maintain machines related to the textile manufacturing process, assisting to create hotel, hospital and home sheet and towel products.

What will you do?

  • You will arrange and test machines to ensure everything is working properly and in good condition.
  • You will program all operating instructions into machine before running.
  • You will insert production materials to enhance production output.
  • You will ensure all machines are calibrated / re-calibrated before and after production procedures.
  • You will troubleshoot machine problems to determine faults.
  • You will adhere to client job specifications and ensure quality standards are met.
  • You will review and follow blueprints from work layouts to ensure accuracy in production tasks.


Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Previous experience working with fabrication machines
  • Ability to work nights, weekends and/or overtime
  • Knowledge of mechanical devices
  • Ability to read and understand technical manuals
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and be comfortable working in a hot/cold non-climate- controlled environment
  • enhance production output.

    Proudly, Standard Textile has earned a title of US Best Managed Company for the fifth year running, an honor awarded by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, celebrating the exceptional achievements of American private companies and their management teams.

    Standard Textile is an Equal Opportunity Employer,  including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

    Join us!