Classification: Non-exempt

Department: Operations

Reports to: Production Manager

Date: January 2024

Twister Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

Twister operator is responsible to operate and maintain twisters and twister creels

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

1. Operates and maintains the twisters
2. Loads the twister creels with raw yarn, and tie in the new packages
3. Complete all changeovers to meet weaving demand
4. Complete material moves in ERP System
5. Reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the supervisor
6. Attains production goals by accurately and timely completing work orders with minimum supervision
7. Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
8. Responsible for personal compliance of all OSHA and Bulldog Hose rules and regulations
9. Follows the Bulldog Hose Quality Assurance Program by accurately performing the required tasks as directed by team leader
10. See job skill matrix for more specific detail regarding job competencies

Non-Essential Functions

1. Accurately records time worked and allocates time to the appropriate job(s)
2. May operate a forklift as needed

Competencies

1. Learning Ability
2. Problem Solving/Analysis
3. Initiative
4. Time Management
5. Attention to Detail
6. Adaptability
7. Continuous Improvement
8. Ability to work well in a group

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, oil and grease. The team member is occasionally exposed to vibration. The team member occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and performs work from a variety of different angles and body positions. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, twisting, crouching, and crawling all day. The team member is frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and to climb or balance. The team member is regularly required to reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear

The team member must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds; and frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days of work are Monday through Friday. Hours of work are:

1. Second shift 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm

Opportunities to work extended hours and on weekend, work may be optional or required as job duties demand

Travel

No travel is regularly expected for this position. Team member may be assigned to go out on a service call to a customer’s premise

Required Education and Experience

1. High School Diploma or GED diploma, or three to six months related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
2. Industry experience

Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO)

Bulldog Hose provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Bulldog Hose complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Bulldog Hose expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Bulldog Hose’s team members to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Bulldog Hose participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 639-6151 Ext. 428 or Irelynd.woods@bulldoghose.com

About BullDog Hose Company

BullDog Hose Company, a division of Puck Enterprises, is proud to be a leading fire and fluid delivery hose manufacturer in the United States and the preferred hose supplier for fire departments and other hose users across the country. The BullDog name stands for bold performance, durability, safety, and quality, with American-made products that are built to last. 

BullDog Hose Company is a legend in firefighting hose technology. With an unparalleled commitment to those that are in the municipal fire, agricultural, industrial, and military sectors, BullDog is at the forefront of fire and fluid delivery hose design and construction. From our earliest hose to Hi-Combat® II, Firepower® II, Hi-Vol®, and Ultima™, our dedication to constant research and development has positioned us as a premier innovator in U.S. hose products. BullDog is a quality manufacturer of firefighting hose and flexible pipeline systems. 

Quality Policy

Bulldog Hose Company, Inc. strives to lead the industry we serve by creating innovative solutions with positive applications and effects through continuous improvement:

• Teamwork – there is little we can accomplish on our own. We can accomplish a great deal working hard as part of the team.
• Innovation – It’s about finding a better way and stretching all of our capabilities to do so.
• Enjoyment – An environment where we find happiness in what we do and delight in the people we work with