2nd Loom Operator

Snap-Tite Hose; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Snap-Tite Hose in Erie, PA seeks an entry-level Loom Operator to run looms and support equipment in the weaving department. You will manage bobbins, ensure correct winding, and maintain quality as part of a team.

You will be expected to understand the production flow, handle materials safely, and keep work areas clean. High school diploma or GED is required; on-the-job training provided.

Qualifications

• Understand flow between twisting, bobbin winding, looms and move materials accordingly.
• Understand the production schedule and maintain pace with it.
• Safely handle and lift materials and jackets in all areas.
• Operate machinery at an acceptable rate and maintain quality.
• Properly label and identify ply, yarns and fabrics.
• Know yarns, plies and twist levels; understand jacket constructions.
• Keep all areas, machines and floors clean and organized.
• Demonstrate skills to less experienced operators when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Looms/Creels and support equipment in weaving department.
• Maintain winders and set up new bobbins, winding in the correct direction.
• Change filler yarn bobbins and identify weaving faults; request support as needed.

Skills

Flow understanding between twisting/bw

Production schedule comprehension

Safe material handling

Operate weaving machinery

Labeling of ply/yarns/fabrics

Knowledge of yarns and twist levels

Keep work areas clean

Mentor other operators

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Full-Time Position, $15.50 + ($2) shift differential

Major Functions:

Operating the Looms/Creels and support equipment in weaving department.

General.

Employees must….

• Understand the flow of work between twisting, bobbin winding, looms, and move materials into holding areas in accordance with this flow.
• Understand the production schedule
• Know how to safely and properly handle (and lift) materials and jackets in all areas.
• Operate machinery at an acceptable rate.
• Properly label and identify ply, yarns and fabrics.
• Have knowledge of yarns, plies, twist levels of yarns. Understand the basic constructions of jackets.
• Keep all areas, machines, and floors clean.
• Have the ability to demonstrate skills to less knowledgeable operators, as needed.

Bobbin Winder.

Employees must….

• Have complete knowledge of the winders, and know how to properly set up a new bobbin and wind in the correct direction.
• Deliver bobbins to proper bins, and keep pace with the loom demands.
• Maintain full twister spools by the winders.

Loom Operator.

Employee must…

• Change filler yarn bobbins.
• Identify and repair single end breaks.
• Identify weaving faults and request proper support as needed.
• Assist with set-ups and change minor parts, as needed.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Employee must be physically able to work in areas so as to not harm themselves or others, and must be able to safely use machinery and tools.
• Understand and verify quality through the use of gauges, tools, specs, and charts.
• Employees must be able to use scales properly to weigh yarns.
• Employee must understand how to fill out all paperwork for all areas.
• Must possess computer knowledge sufficient to perform the job.
• Must be a problem solver with good mechanical ability, and work well as a team.
• Employee must be able to communicate with the lead, quality tech, or supervisor any issues they may find that affects the performance of the area, or product.
• Skill level - entry level.
• Other activities as designated by supervisor.

Strength Requirements:

Medium

Up to 50lbs of force exerted occasionally, and up to 20lbs frequently, up to 10lbs constantly.

Work Environment:

Employee may be exposed to moving machinery, loud noise and vibration. Employees may be exposed to dust.

Education/Training Requirement:

This position required on the job training. A minimum of a high school diploma or GED must be held by employee to qualify for this position.