Yarn Twister Operator - Process & Quality Technician

Engineered Floors; Alabama; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineered Floors in Alabama is seeking a Twister Operator to supply the twisting machine with raw fiber, monitor the process, and move finished twists to buggies or boxes as directed. You will follow safety, plant, and quality guidelines and perform tasks with precision.

Applicants should be able to stand long shifts, handle 12–20 lb packages, read and follow written instructions, and communicate effectively with team members. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Read & Write Instructions effectively.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Safety, Plant & Quality Guidelines
• Acquire Raw Yarn Buggy from that machine’s bullpen. Do not pull yarn from neighboring machines.
• Verify the case label with the spec sheet for that machine.
• Doff the TNH packages according to the doff schedule posted on each machine.
• Remove the remaining package from the bucket and place it in the adjacent creel.
• Tie the creel yarn using a Weaver's Knot with ¼ to ½ tails.
• Refill the bucket with Raw Yarn from the Raw Yarn Buggy for that machine.
• Replace empty yarn tubes with replacement packages of yarn.
• Compare every tube’s merge # to the spec sheet as you place them in the bucket.
• Put tube caps on raw yarn in creel if specified on the spec sheet.
• Repair and restart immediately any position that breaks out.
• Keep every position running at all times unless you are working on it.
• Tag any position that needs repair.
• Remove TNH yarn from the conveyor.
• Place the TNH yarn on a buggy or pack it in a box as the spec sheet and/or the supervisor's instructed.
• Clean your assignment and work area toward the end of each shift.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Reading instructions

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Engineered Floors in Alabama is seeking a Twister Operator to supply the twisting machine with raw fiber, monitor the process, and move finished twists to buggies or boxes as directed. You will follow safety, plant, and quality guidelines and perform tasks with precision.

Applicants should be able to stand long shifts, handle 12–20 lb packages, read and follow written instructions, and communicate effectively with team members. Overtime may be required.