2nd and 3rd Shift Loom Operators

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.