Flatbed Knit Machine Operator | Quality & Lean Champion

Thuasne; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Thuasne is hiring an operator in Kansas City, MO to support flatbed knitting production. You will run knitting machines, follow SOPs, and ensure product quality on every batch. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and teamwork with maintenance and scheduling teams.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, plus basic tool knowledge. Training and Lean initiatives are part of daily continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Familiarity with factory floor tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operates Flatbed Knitting Machines per work instructions.
• Identifies product flaws and root causes.
• Assists in training new operators.
• Participates in Lean and quality improvement meetings.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Lean initiatives

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Flatbed knitting machines

Maintenance tools

Job description

Thuasne is hiring an operator in Kansas City, MO to support flatbed knitting production. You will run knitting machines, follow SOPs, and ensure product quality on every batch. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and teamwork with maintenance and scheduling teams.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, plus basic tool knowledge. Training and Lean initiatives are part of daily continuous improvement efforts.