Weave Technician

Integrated Resources Inc.; Camden (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier staffing firm is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure the upkeep and repair of weaving machines. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and working with production operators to maintain product quality. Candidates should have a High School Diploma/GED and knowledge of mechanical repairs. This role involves physical demands including lifting weights up to 50 lbs. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform reading, writing, and mathematical tasks.
• Basic knowledge of computers and software.
• Capability to use hand and measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair machines in the Weaving Department.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance.
• Collaborate with production operators for process accuracy.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Technical writing interpretation

Operating machinery

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Electric meter

Hand tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Integrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.

Job Description

Duration: 12 Months+ (Possible Extension)

• Responsible for maintaining and repairing machines in the Weaving Department; responsible for the overall upkeep of looms and associated equipment.
• Required to assist on a variety of other jobs and projects in the department.
• Operate tie machine for warps. Diagnose equipment/process issues, determine root cause, and implement solutions.
• Perform in-depth troubleshooting of equipment repair with a focus on robust corrective action.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance as assigned by supervisor in accordance with the preventive maintenance schedule, and identify and implement preventative maintenance solutions.
• Participate in and/or lead failure analysis and issue resolution activities to ensure preventative action is accomplished.
• Assist in spare part procurement through machine shop or outside vendor using existing documents.
• Collaborate with production operators to write and maintain production work instructions to ensure processes are accurate and are being followed.
• Capable of performing equipment installation/qualification or complete equipment installation/qualification with assistance.
• Work with production operators to ensure product quality questions are addressed.
• Perform standard maintenance practices to share improvements across the site.
• Work with the manufacturing line to identify and implement equipment/process improvements.
• Ability to interpret technical writing and procedures; ability to read engineering drawings.
• Ensure proper set-up of production machines and ancillary equipment according to procedures and product specifications at the completion of assigned tasks.
• Adhere to plant policies/procedures, department EHS rules, ISO 9001 regulations and Good Housekeeping procedures.
• Shall operate in a manner that protects the health and safety of its employees/visitors and operate in a manner that conserves energy, natural resources and protects the environment.
• Complete all pertinent paperwork pertaining to the maintenance being performed according to established guidelines in manufacturing procedures.
• Report unusual or unacceptable circumstances to the supervisor; observe department regulations and to use personal protective equipment as required, be safety conscious and Lockout/Tagout trained; facilitate the team’s progress toward successful accomplishment of established goals.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Lift up to 10 lbs.
• Lift up to 25 lbs.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.

Additional Requirements: The additional requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

1. Must be able to perform reading, writing and mathematical tasks. Interpret prints to solve mechanical problems.
2. Must have basic knowledge of computers and computer programs like Microsoft Office Suite.
3. Must be able to use hand and measuring tools and an electric meter, and be able to learn to perform complex machine repairs assigned to the department.
4. Must be able to add and subtract whole numbers, read charts, tables, diagrams and specification books.
5. Monitor looms, status, correcting "flag" conditions and placing machines back into production as quickly as possible.
6. Must be able to organize and maintain records.
7. Maintain GMP, quality/production standards and OSHA/plant safety rules.
8. Changes weave machines to produce different sizes as required by schedule.
9. Must be able to follow all plant safety regulations as well as OSHA guidelines. Participates in all safety and quality programs.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Preferred: High School Diploma / GED; or one year related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Information

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