JOB EMPHASIS AND PURPOSE

A Twisting Textile Production Operator is responsible for the set up and changing of materials on a variety of different types of Twisting machines. This includes a cleaning process as well.

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work in a safe manner within a production standard either with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with coworkers.
• Work effectively within a functional group.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for effective communication (5 1) and coordinating work efforts with other employees and departments.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Twister Textile Production Operators are tasked with the following:

• Harvesting of finished goods from the machine frame.
• Cleaning of the frame before set-up.
• Replacing input material on the creel of the machine and threading up of this material.
• Tying down the input material onto bobbins in order to transfer the material during the twisting, plying or cabling process.
• Starting up the machine and recording production tasks.

Quality:

• The inspection of all material being placed on a machine during its set up as well as the finished material being harvested from the machine. The quality standards vary according to product specification.
• The correct labeling of material harvested from the machine.

Miscellaneous:

Operate the following industrial motorized vehicles:

• Forklifts… A sit-down fork truck to transport and retrieve materials on skids.
• Cherry pickers… A stand-up lift that raises the operator off the ground in order to replace and remove material from overhead creels.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Experience

License / Credentials / Certifications

• Valid Driver’s License
• Willing and able to become certified by company on Forklift and other motorized material handling vehicles

Skills / Specialized Knowledge / Abilities

• Attention to detail and accuracy in all work.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working Hours / Environment

• Work hours are 8 hours a day, 5 days a week. Training period (4 months) can be on either day or night shift. Permanent schedule will be night shift.
• This position requires working at least one weekend day on your permanent shift (Friday and/or Saturday)
• Company offers additional compensation for night shift ($2 an hour) and weekend schedule ($1 additional for 1 weekend day, $ 2 for working both weekend days).
• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment (Hearing protection is required).

Tools and Equipment

• Tools include but are not limited to scissors, box knife. Appropriate PPE will be assigned as required. This includes safety glasses, cut gloves, hat or hairnet, hearing protection.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Lifting requirements of 10-25 lbs. frequently and 25-50 lbs. occasionally.
• The ability to push/pull up to 60 lbs.
• The ability to stand and walk on concrete for an entire shift.
• The ability to bend and/or squat frequently.
• The ability to walk up ladders or stairs.

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

SUPERVISOR: Twist Production Manager

SUPERVISES: N/A

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required. This job description should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or work conditions associated with the job. Furthermore, the employer reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Atkins & Pearce is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We encourage all people to apply regardless of age, gender, gender expression or criminal conviction history.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atkins & Pearce makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.