Knit Machine Technician

Essential Duties and Responsabilities:

• troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical /mechanical problems on programmable industrial knitting machines and other equipment and keep accurate repair records
• calibrate needle beds, stitch cams and yarn feeders
• perform routine preventative maintenance on industrial knitting machines, industrial sewing machines and water conditioning equipment for steam tables according to established check lists and as otherwise assigned
• change over technical machine programs, assist with any other change over needs as requested
• perform routine equipment lubrication and cleaning including spare equipment, machine overhauls and daily/weekly tasks
• assist with ordering repair and operating supplies and machine replacement parts and maintain clean and orderly work areas
• make programmable machine program adjustments
• assist knitters and supervisors with set up problems
• assist with proper handling, storage and disposal of cleaning materials and the documentation of facility chemical inventory
• perform miscellaneous duties as necessary
• follow safe work practices
• support LEAN, safety, sustainability, and environmental initiatives

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• must be willing to travel if needed for Stoll Factory Service Training or other textile training
• must be able to work independently
• must adhere to all company policies and procedures
• willingness to work overtime as needed
• must have strong attention to detail and electrical/mechanical aptitude
• basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
• must be cooperative and willing to learn new responsibilities
• must be able to read and interpret mechanical drawings
• must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• must be dependable, punctual and adhere to attendance policy

Preferred Skills & Experience

• 2 years industrial textile knitting experience
• vocational certificate in electrical/mechanical field

Physical Demands

• must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, bending , and walking
• ability to frequently stand, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, twist, reach below waist level and overhead
• must have manual dexterity
• must be able to work in varying temperatures within manufacturing areas

Other:

• must reside within a reasonable commuting distance from Teknit facility