- Operator follows all prescribed safety procedures and standard work instructions.
- Operator set-up, starts, stops and locks out machine as necessary.
- Operator performs daily maintenance as per maintenance schedule
- Maintains all necessary doentation (log book and machine checklist).
- Watches for quality issues and corrects, repairs, and mends issues.
- Works with material handler for request of raw material needed for production.
- Operator can properly change tufting needles, blades and other tufting parts.
- Communicates well with quality or machine issues to proper designated person.
- Follow all safety rules. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment – to be observed according to plant rules for the area.
- Participate in safety meetings to include leadership of audits and participation in all other safety meeting activities.
- Inspect products to ensure that specifications are met and to determine if machines need adjustment.
- Set up and operate brush tufting machines that perform tufting operation.
- Examine equipment to determine causes of stoppage, such as filling, breaks, or mechanical defects.
- Take ownership of housekeeping and 5S for the designated area including continuous improvement efforts.
- Perform any other assignments deemed necessary by your supervisor.
- Understand the environmental impacts and aspects of job related activities.
- High School Diploma or any Vocational course preferred but not required
- Brush tufting machine operation experience is required
- Machine maintenance and mechanical experience is required
- Must function effectively both independently and in a team environment
- Positive attitude & good work ethic
- Proactive, self-motivated, and strong ability to multitask
- Ability to have reliable and predictable attendance
- Basic analytical, mathematical, reading, and communication skills
- Good hand eye coordination
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including shifts of 8-12 hours in duration day or night
- Must be able to stand for long periods
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. when performing specific job tasks
- Ability to work weekends and overtime as required
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
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