Heatset Creeler

Engineered Floors; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineered Floors in McDonough, GA seeks a Heatset Creeler to secure and replenish yarn packages for heat setting and to monitor machine operation. The role requires loading yarn onto the Heatset creel, verifying tube IDs and quality per spec sheets, and performing routine adjustments as needed.

Responsibilities include continuous inspection of yarn path, splicing where needed, and maintaining a clean, safe work area while following all safety, plant, and quality guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with yarn handling and textile loading processes is a plus.
• Ability to follow detailed specifications and quality checks.

Responsibilities

• Secure & replenish the Heatset machine with yarn packages.
• Patrol and monitor the running of the machine.
• Secure packages of yarn and load them onto the Heatset creel.
• Check yarn tubes against spec sheet identifications and quality.
• Put a tube cap on each as required on the spec sheet.
• Air splice the package lead end to the tail of the running end.
• Periodically check the thread path and correct if crossed.
• Ensure tensioners are clean and slackened appropriately.
• Maintain clean work area at end of shift.

Skills

Safety guidelines

Machine operation

Quality checks

Hand dexterity

Stand for long

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Splicer

Job description

The purpose of the Heatset Creeler is to secure & replenish the Heatset machine with yarn packages for heat setting. Patrol and monitor the running of the machine.

• Follow all Safety, Plant & Quality Guidelines
• Secure packages of yarn and load them onto the Heatset creel.
• Check every yarn tube before placing it on the creel, verifying that it is identified precisely as described on the spec sheet.
• Verify that each tube of yarn is of the quality specified on the spec sheet.
• Put a tube cap on each as soon as it is in position when required on the spec sheet.
• Air Splice the package lead end to the tail of the running end package.
• Periodically check the thread path. If it is crossed, stop the machine and correct it immediately.
• Check for slubs and/or chokes in tensioners. Tension is a crucial factor in run ability. The tensioners must be kept clean.
• Clean your assignment and work area each shift.

Performance Expectations (if applicable):

• Follow printed & spoken instructions & specifications effectively.
• Able to stand for long periods.
• Hand dexterity sufficient to handle packages and operate splicer or tie weavers’ knots as specified.
• Able to lift & place numerous 12-20 lb. packages per shift.

Experience/Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Overtime is required on occasion.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• All accidents must be reported immediately.