Slasher Leader- 3rd Shift

Greenwood Mills Inc; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A textile manufacturing company in South Carolina is seeking an operator to assist with the slashing process. The ideal candidate must safely operate a slasher and forklift, record production data, and maintain clean working conditions. Successful applicants will demonstrate strong safety compliance and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to use overhead hoist to haul warps weighing up to 1500 lbs.
• Must be able to operate a forklift.
• Must be able to work safely around moving parts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the slashing process and ensure all job requirements are met.
• Haul and position beams at slasher creel.
• Record production information accurately.

Skills

Safe operation of a slasher

Safe operation of overhead hoist

Safe operation of a forklift

Ability to record production information

Ability to read basic written instructions

Ability to perform simple math

Tools

Forklift

Overhead hoist

West Point and Griffin Slashers

Job description

Job objective:

Works with slasher tender and slasher helper to accomplish all job requirements of the slashing process

Essential Job Functions

Obtain full section beam, haul to and position at slasher creel move empty section beam to storage rack and place in proper place on rack

Doff full warps from slasher and place empty beam in slasher

Record production information and make out ticket

Haul full warp beams to storage rack and return with empty

Weigh slasher waste, push to waste house and place in proper container

Clean slasher at set out

Lease ends

Assist lay ends in expansion comb

Patrol and inspect for quality

Cut laps off rolls and beams

Obtain and mix size

Greases slasher

Must be able to use overhead hoist to haul warps weighing up to 1500 lbs

Must be able to operate a forklift

Must be able to climb and use a ladder

Must be able to push waste buggies weighing up to 900 lbs

Must be able to work safely around hot steam and liquid

Must be able to work in temperatures slightly above the comfort zone

Must be able to sweep and keep work area clean and organized

Must be able to work safely around moving parts

Must be able to read basic written instructions

Must be able to write legibly

Must be able to perform simple math

Must be able to distinguish colors.

Must be able to wear ear plugs, respirator/dust mask, goggles/eye protection, and other protective pieces of equipment.

Must be able to meet Plant schedules and attendance requirements as specified in Company Policies

Equipment:

West Point and Griffin Slashers, overhead hoist, forklift, section and loom beams, lease rods, lease strings, sizing materials, tape, scissors, waste buggy, knife, broom, cut resistant glove, goggles, earplugs, respirator/dust mask

Critical Skills/Expertise:

Safe operation of a slasher, safe operation of overhead hoist, safe handling of section and loom beams, safe operation of a forklift, understand a slashing order, proper lifting/handling techniques, knowledge of yarn styles, ability to work with other associates to keep slasher in production