Machine Operator

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POSITION TITLE / LOCATION

Associate 2: Splitter - Hudson Plant

 

JOB CLASSIFICATION

Machine Operator

 

POSITION REPORTS TO:

Hudson Operations Manager

 

POSITION OVERVIEW

Operates Splitter, assuring the production of the highest quality fabric.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Splitter:

• Load Roll onto batching roller using overhead hoist system.
•  Connect seams from one roll to next with the aid of glue tape and heating iron.
• Place production order on top and bottom roll of fabric post-split.
• Set Splitter jaws to correct setting based on style being run.
•  Check tuft heights left, center and right to verify correct jaw setting.

(Repat tuft height check halfway through roll)

• Identified Knit Machine or Splitter damage must be marked with orange flag within the split roll. Supervisor notified.
• Use automated doffing device to doff split roll onto carts.
• Completer daily production sheet.
• Maintains a clean work area and observes all safety rules and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Legally authorized to work in the US.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to operate overhead hoist.
• Basic reading/writing skills.
• Basic math skills.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing experience.
• Textile knitting experience.

 

SKILL REQUIREMENTS