Heatset Winder Operator

Engineered Floors; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineered Floors in Georgia is seeking a Heatset Winder Operator to operate the heat setting tunnel, winder and accumulator from Superba/Suessen/Ornek lines. You will monitor run quality, load tubes, splice, and complete packages per spec sheets.

The role requires standing for long periods, good hand dexterity, basic math, and overtime as needed. Training provided; safety and quality guidelines must be followed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate, thread & supply the Heat Setting Tunnel/ Winder & Accumulator.
• Patrol and monitor the running of the machine.
• Inspect, Label, and Stack wound packages as instructed.
• Load empty tubes into Winder magazine.
• Separate & straighten the yarn bundle into the thread path from the Accumulator to the Winder.
• Use Air Splice to join any broken ends.
• If the Splicer doesn’t reach, tie a weaver knot with ¼ - ½” tail.
• Periodically check the thread path. If it is crossed, stop and correct the winder to ensure run-ability.
• Tunnel efficiency of 90 % or better is expected.
• Stack the finished packages as configured on the spec sheet.
• Keep the work area free of yarn waste at all times.
• Clean your assignment and work area each shift.

Skills

Hand dexterity

Standing for long periods

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heat Setting Tunnel

Winder

Accumulator

Splicer

Job description

The purpose of the Heatset Winder Operator is to operate, thread & supply the Superba, Suessen, or Ornek Heat Setting Tunnel/ Winder & Accumulator.

• Patrol and monitor the running of the machine.
• Inspect, Label, and Stack wound packages as instructed.
• Follow all Company, Safety & Quality Guidelines.
• Check the Specification sheet at the beginning of each shift and verify that all specs are being followed exactly as described on the spec sheet.
• Verify that each tube of yarn produced from the winder complies with the spec sheet.
• Load empty tubes into Winder magazine.
• Separate & Straighten the yarn bundle into the thread path from the Accumulator to the Winder.
• Use Air Splice to join any broken ends.
• If the Splicer doesn’t reach, tie a weaver knot with ¼ - ½” tail.
• Periodically check the thread path. If it is crossed, stop and correct the winder to ensure run-ability.
• Tunnel efficiency of 90 % or better is expected.
• Stack the finished packages as configured on the spec sheet.
• Keep the work area free of yarn waste at all times.
• 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, 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.
• Basic math skills.

Other Requirements:

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