Production Worker Weave Utility

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• assist and operate equipment to produce fabric
• daily assist and support weave department and coworkers in all areas as needed, cross train
• operate and monitor looms
• tie knots, fix broken ends, start looms, run knots thru looms, and fill creels (use splice guns when needed)
• read and understand drafts
• perform duties and procedures of warp starter, leasor, and tyer
• remove and replace warps and harnesses from looms
• transport warps to and from looms via warp jack
• make necessary adjustments using hand tools
• install lease chains, roll up excess warps, remove empty beams, replace full beams on looms
• rack warps, set up draws, lift up harnesses, clean harnesses
• balance looms and pull shaft out of beams
• patrol and monitor quality, take appropriate action to solve quality/safety issues, report to supervision
• demonstrate acceptable efficiency standards
• responsible for completing check list for TPM at loom, record breakdowns in fixer book
• coordinate with off-going shift, including talking daily with arriving and departing shift counterparts and other staff concerning run information, ongoing problems
• perform miscellaneous duties as necessary
• follow safe work practices
• support LEAN, safety, sustainability, and environmental initiatives

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• must have strong attention to detail
• must be able to communicate effectively (both in writing and verbally)
• must be able to prioritize duties and maintain schedule requirements
• proven ability to work independently and in a team environment
• must be dependable, punctual, and adhere to attendance policy
• must adhere to all company policies and procedures
• willingness to work overtime as needed
• must be cooperative and willing to learn new responsibilities

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• weaving experience/manufacturing experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• ability to frequently stoop, kneel, reach, bend, crouch, lift, push, pull, twist, walk on catwalks
• must be able to lift and carry bulky and heavy objects up to 50 pounds
• must have good eye, hand, and foot coordination, manual dexterity, visual acuity
• ability to continuously stand and walk
• the ability to wear a filtering face piece (dust mask) as needed
• must be able to work in varying temperatures within manufacturing areas