Machine Operator 2nd and 3rd shift

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Major Functions: Operating the Looms/Creels and support equipment in weaving department.

Requirements

Competency Requirements:

Qualification:

General. Employees must....

• Understand the flow of work between twisting, bobbin winding, looms, and move materials into holding areas in accordance with this flow.


• Understand the production schedule


• Know how to safely and properly handle (and lift) materials and jackets in all areas.


• Operate machinery at an acceptable rate.


• Properly label and identify ply, yarns and fabrics.


• Have knowledge of yarns, plies, twist levels of yarns. Understand the basic constructions of jackets.


• Keep all areas, machines, and floors clean.


• Have the ability to demonstrate skills to less knowledgeable operators, as needed.

Bobbin Winder. Employees must....

• Have complete knowledge of the winders, and know how to properly set up a new bobbin and wind in the correct direction.


• Deliver bobbins to proper bins, and keep pace with the loom demands.


• Maintain full twister spools by the winders.

Creel Attendant. Employees must...

• Stock proper yarn on proper creels (for jobs being run).


• Inspect fabric on continuous looms.


• Gang creel looms.


• Identify and correct problem spools.


• Perform creel changes at an acceptable rate.


• Monitor and maintain splicing creels.

Loom Operator. Employee must...

• Change filler yarn bobbins.


• Identify and repair single end breaks.


• Identify weaving faults and request proper support as needed.


• Assist with set-ups and change minor parts, as needed.

Jacket Repair. Employee must...

• Repair defects.

Twister Operator. Employee must....

• Be able to string up creels properly.


• Thread yarn into the twister properly.


• Use the proper travelers on the spinning rings per spec.


• Install and maintain travelers on the spinning rings.


• Understand how to properly wrap the beginnings of the bobbins.


• Be able to recognize and correct minor problems with operation of twisters.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Employee must be physically able to work in areas so as to not harm themselves or others, and must be able to safely use machinery and tools.


• Understand and verify quality through the use of gauges, tools, specs, and charts.


• Employees must be able to use scales properly to weigh yarns.


• Employee must understand how to fill out all paperwork for all areas.


• Must possess computer knowledge sufficient to perform the job.


• Must be a problem solver with good mechanical ability, and work well as a team.


• Employee must be able to communicate with the lead, quality tech, or supervisor any issues they may find that affects the performance of the area, or product.


• Skill level - entry level.


• Other activities as designated by supervisor.

Strength Requirements:

Medium

Up to 50lbs of force exerted occasionally, and up to 20lbs frequently, up to 10lbs constantly.

Work Environment:

Employee may be exposed to moving machinery, loud noise and vibration. Employees may be exposed to dust.

Education/Training Requirement:

This position required on the job training. A minimum of a high school diploma or GED must be held by employee to qualify for this position.