What are the responsibilities and job description for the Knitting Operator position at Contec Inc.?
Overview
Inspect the manufacture of EL-MOP string and Auto Tubes, and perform functions to keep knit equipment in production.
Responsibilities
- Production operator will perform inspections of fabric produced on knit equipment.
- Doff product from the machinery and perform functions necessary to keep knit equipment in production which will include creeling and gathering yarn.
- Operator will be responsible for starting and stopping machinery, and including simple repairs to the fabric.
- Working knowledge of IFS system
- Others may be assigned.
Competencies
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position. The employee frequently is required to operate, activate, use, and inspect circular knitting machines. The employee is occasionally required to retrieve and place. The employee must occasionally transport and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and distance vision.
Requirements
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be in a stationary position; to operate, activate, use, and place. The employee frequently is required to move and traverse. The employee is occasionally required to stoop or position self to access low areas. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds (lift assistance is provided). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.Benefits
- Competitive market salary
- Climate controlled environment
- PTO starting at 17 days
- 10 company observed holidays plus 1 floating holiday
- Community service PTO (up to 40 hours annually)
- Insurance benefits, including medical (PPO), dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance
- Two types of Flexible Spending Accounts, 1) Medical Spending Account and 2) Dependent Care Spending Account
- 401k and a company match (100% up to 3%, and then 50% of the next 2% deferred)
- Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
- Family Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program, Infertility Treatment Coverage
- Maternity and Parental Leave
- Onsite Amenities
- Onsite gyms, onsite health clinic, canteen for refreshment