Biomedical Fabric Operator

enerpac; City of Cortland (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Enerpac Tool Group Corp. is seeking a hands-on Textile Manufacturing Associate for Cortland, NY, to operate warping, weaving and knitting processes. You will support braiding and fabric post-processing and ensure quality and safety in a controlled production environment.

Under direct supervision, you will set up machines, monitor production, perform routine maintenance, and follow LEAD lean initiatives to improve efficiency and on-time delivery while meeting ISO13485 standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of textile manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with weaving, warp knitting, weft knitting, or braiding preferred.
• ISO13485 experience preferred.
• GDP/Documentation practices are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain warping, weaving and knitting production equipment.
• Support braiding and post-processing of fabrics as required.
• Adhere to safety, quality standards and documented procedures.
• Complete tasks efficiently and meet production deadlines.
• Participate in 5S, lean initiatives and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma (or GED)

Tools

Knitting machines

Weaving machines

Warping equipment

Job description

Overview

Enerpac Tool Group Corp. is a premier industrial tools, services, technology, and solutions provider serving a broad Cortland Biomedical custom builds high-performance biomedical textile structures. The company applies over 40 years of experience in textile engineering and advanced fabric design methods to braid, knit and woven products that meet the demands of a diverse set of customers in the biomedical product space. The company also offers a full range of design, development and manufacturing services as well as a wide variety of biomedical materials. Never comfortable with the status quo, complex biomedical textile challenges are tackled with agility, credibility and curiosity.

Cortland Biomedical is wholly owned by Enerpac Tool Group. Enerpac Tool Group Corp. is a premier industrial tools, services, technology, and solutions provider serving a broad and diverse set of customers and end markets for mission-critical applications in more than 100 countries. The Company makes complex, often hazardous jobs possible safely and efficiently. Enerpac Tool Group’s businesses are global leaders in high pressure hydraulic tools, controlled force products, and solutions for precise positioning of heavy loads that help customers safely and reliably tackle some of the most challenging jobs around the world. The Company was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Enerpac Tool Group common stock trades on the NYSE under the symbol EPAC.

For further information on Cortland Biomedical, visit the Company's website at https://www.cortlandbiomedical.com

For further information on Enerpac Tool Group and its businesses, visit the Company's website at https://www.enerpactoolgroup.com

CORTLAND – Who we are?

Enerpac Tool Group Corp. is a premier industrial tools, services, technology, and solutions provider serving a broad Cortland Biomedical custom builds high-performance biomedical textile structures. The company applies over 40 years of experience in textile engineering and advanced fabric design methods to braid, knit and woven products that meet the demands of a diverse set of customers in the biomedical product space. The company also offers a full range of design, development and manufacturing services as well as a wide variety of biomedical materials. Never comfortable with the status quo, complex biomedical textile challenges are tackled with agility, credibility and curiosity.

Summary – basic function of the role

Under direct supervision, performs routine and repetitive warping, weaving or knitting operations and processes. Also supports braiding and fabric post processing as required.

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday; 7:00 am – 3:30 pm or 7:30 am – 4:00 pm; flexible

Location:

In-office Monday – Friday

850 Lime Hollow Rd.

Cortland, NY13045

Salary Range:

$21.28 - $31.93

This role is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Act in a safe manner in all activities performed and promote the Safety Program in all processes and procedures


• Ensures all quality standards and requirements are met in operation of manufacturing equipment, inspection of product and packaging tasks


• Adhere strictly to all applicable procedures, work instructions and forms while performing assigned tasks


• Complete all tasks efficiently and correctly as assigned by supervisory and planning personnel


• Clean, set up, thread, monitor and maintain warping, weaving and knitting production equipment and ensure all materials are readily available


• Support braiding and post processing of fabrics when assigned


• Identify potential issues and proactively recommend and implement solutions


• Follow instructions and manage multiple tasks to meet production deadlines and customer satisfaction


• Report any deficiencies in material, product, or process immediately per current procedures


• Support other manufacturing areas, shifts, and overtime hours as needed to support customer delivery expectations


• Complete all inventory and packaging entries as required ensuring that the information is correct and accurate


• Conduct 5S, operator maintenance and housekeeping activities as assigned


• Understand and apply the Quality Policy, quality documentation, and company objectives to all tasks assigned


• Act in a courteous and professional manner at all times, within a team environment, ensuring sustainment of Cortland Company’s reputation as a world class supplier


• Promote and participate in LEAD (Lean Enterprise Across Disciplines) transformation through application of lean principles to rapidly improve manufacturing and key LEAD metrics

Specific Job Duties

• Yarn preparation activities.


• Knitting machines set-up and run.


• Weaving machines set-up and run.


• Fabric post processing for NPD support.


• Pattern setups on equipment.


• Initial machine setups and FAIs.


• Advanced problem solving.


• Advanced preventative maintenance.


• Support engineering in the development of new patterns, fabrics, or materials.


• Preventative maintenance of assigned equipment.


• Changeovers for assigned equipment.

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to use small hand tools and precision measurement devices


• Ability to tie yarn with appropriate knots and thread yarn through guides, needles and rollers of warping, weaving and knitting machines for pattern changes.


• Mechanical aptitude and ability to critically assess and work through equipment and manufacturing issues.


• Experience within a ISO13485 manufacturing environment (or similarly regulated) including Good Documentation Practices (GDP) preferred.


• Ability to identify potential issues and proactively recommend and implement solutions.


• Ability to work collaboratively with other functions


• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight timelines


• Detail oriented, innovative, and self-motivated

Education and Experience

• High school diploma (or GED)


• 3+ years of textile manufacturing experience; Experience specifically in weaving, warp knitting, weft knitting, and/or braiding preferred.

Physical Demands

Employee may have to lift documents/work materials up to 50 pounds in weight. Employee will have to be able to walk/climb to a variety of primary work locations, this can include occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like. Employee may move themselves in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces. Employee will need to move about to accomplish tasks or move from one worksite to another. Employee will need to operate machinery and/or power tools, motor vehicles, and heavy equipment. Employee will need to listen, understand, and speak with team members in person, telephonically, and electronically at all levels within a diverse workforce and with supported organizations. Employee will need to assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned. Employee will remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Employee will use repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and /or fingers. This will also include eye focus and fine finger dexterity required for threading high counts and small sizes of yarn into machines.

Work Environment

Primary work environment is a controlled manufacturing space with specific gowning and PPE requirements. In the manufacturing space, employee may be subject to loud noise and/or small enclosed spaces. Proper demonstration of correct execution of these gowning and PPE requirements would be required. Stretching is also required periodically as part of the job.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Direct Reports

N/A

Key External Contacts/Clients

Fabricators

Engineering

EEO Statement

Enerpac is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us at: [e-mail]