Auto Cutting Machine Operator - Rotating 12 Hr Shift

RHF; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

RHF in Hickory, NC, is seeking a Machine Operator for their Auto Cutting machine at the Century Chair Plant 3. This full-time position involves operating the machine effectively to ensure maximum productivity, performing daily maintenance, and adhering to quality standards.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, experience in machine operation, and the ability to perform physical tasks. A noisy working environment and lifting requirements are part of the job.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read a ruler effectively.
• Computer literacy is required.
• Previous experience in machine operation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Automated Fabric Cutter for maximum productivity.
• Clean and perform preventive maintenance on the machine.
• Meet cutting room unit goals and ensure fabric yield quality.
• Report any problems or unsafe conditions to the Supervisor.

Skills

Reading a ruler

Computer literacy

Machine operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Century Chair Plant 3 - Hickory, NC 28601
Position Type: Full Time
Job Shift: Swing/Rotating
Job Category: Machine Operator

Position Summary

This position is responsible for operating the Auto Cutting machine.

Essential Duties

• Operate the Automated Fabric Cutter for maximum productivity, troubleshooting any technical problems encountered
• Pull and load materials to be cut according to the schedule date
• If fabric is being cut, verify fabric number against tickets to be cut
• Verify tickets for special instructions that would prohibit the use of a standard program on the Automated Fabric Cutter
• Use proper procedures to avoid defective areas on fabric to insure quality standards
• Clean and perform preventive maintenance on the Automated Fabric Cutter daily
• Notify the Supervisor of any problems encountered with the software, hardware, or cutting standards, as well as any supplies or materials needed
• Work with CAD Room Technicians on problems encountered with marker layouts
• Meet cutting room unit goals, minimizing repairs and maintaining acceptable fabric yields
• Responsible for all aspects of the Automated Fabric Cutter machine to include operating, bundling, and maintenance
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor
• Work safely at all times and implement lock out/tag out procedures when maintenance is being performed on the machine
• Report any unsafe condition or practices to the Supervisor

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Must be able to read a ruler
• Must be able to use a computer
• Previous machine operation is preferred

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk, stand, climb, stoop, twist, push, pull, and bend over the course of 8 hours
• Must be able to work in noisy environments
• Frequently lifting/carrying objects up to 30 lbs.; up to 100 lbs. with assistance