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JOB TITLE: 
Weaver

JOB CLASSIFICATION
:  Senior Machine Operator

REPORTS TO: 
Production Manager

PURPOSE:  
The weaver makes sure assigned waterjet weaving machines run efficiently with minimal defects.  

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability

required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform

essential functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1)  Knowledge of all general plant safety rules & absolutes.

2)  Operate equipment in a safe manner

3)  Meet production goals set-out by department manager

4)  Follow proper policies and procedures and job specifications set out by department and location

JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Knowledge of Weaver policies and procedures
-Completing daily team maintenance (DTM) activities
-Auditing safety items in department
-Patrol assigned set of machines looking for stopped machines that are supposed to be in production
-Operate water jet weave machinery by repairing end breaks and starting up mechanical failures
-Walk backs of the machines. Complete light inspections on each machine twice per shift.
-Identify and get cloth and machine defects corrected.
-Creel in filling as needed.
 

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

-Ability to read, write, and follow directions
-Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions
-Basic Math (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
-Attention to Detail-thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task ensuring all aspects are reviewed.
-Adaptability-adapts to changes in the work environment
-Ability to identify and classify defects
-Ability to properly draw in ends
 

MACHINES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

-Waterjet weaving machine                2) Reed hook                                            3) Scissors

4)   Flashlight                                          5) Computer                                             6) Dye Resist Marker

7)   Pouch                                                8) Filling Packs                                         9) BARCO

10) Ear Plugs and Muffs                        11) Slip-Resistant Shoes                          12) Reed Hook

13) Stop Card                                          14) Writing Utensil                                  15) Leno Hook

 

 

 

AUTHORIZED TRAINING TIME:

8 Weeks for Certification

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION

Standing
:  Approx. 11 hours/day spent monitoring and operating weave machines

Sitting
:  Break time (75 mins/day)               

Moving
:  Continuous from machine to machine 11 hrs./day

Lifting: 
To locate filling packages to creel (1-18lbs.) 300 times/day.  

Climbing: 
To reach walk boards on approximately 100 machines continuously/6 inches high.

Push/Pull/Reach: 
Reaching over harnesses to repair warp breaks. To get packages off filling trees. When working on back of machine to reduce mat up. Distance =3 feet.

Bending: 
To repair warp stops.

Visual Acuity: 
Must be able to see defects in fabric.

Other: 
Must comply with the Company rules, including but not limited to Safety, Attendance, and other job specifications.     

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This job operates in a manufacturing facility. This position regularly works around moving mechanical parts and powered industrial vehicles. Noise level is generally loud.

     

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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