Machine Operator

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POSITION TITLE / LOCATION

Associate 3: Machine Operator - Hudson Plant

JOB CLASSIFICATION

Machine Operator

POSITION REPORTS TO:

Hudson Plant Supervisor

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating a set of raschel knitting machines.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Regular and predictable attendance

• Knit Roll Weigh Station & Inspection Frame Operator

   

   

  Weigh Station 

  • Place rolls of split fabric on the scale to verify weight and generate packing labels to be placed on knit rolls.
  • Place plastic bags on rolls to prepare them for shipping.
  • Use an electric peg lift to move rolls into designated storage bins.
  • Notify the immediate supervisor of any identified knit roll weight issues.

   

  Inspection Frame Operator

  • Use an electric hoist to lift knit rolls onto the perch stand.
  • Push a 150-lb. cart to the workstation.
  • Set up and thread fabric through the perch station.
  • Monitor fabric quality to ensure established quality standards are met.
  • Notify the immediate supervisor of any quality issues.
  • Document production quality on the appropriate worksheet. 

   

  General Responsibilities

  • Maintain a clean work area and observe all safety rules and procedures.
  • Perform other related duties as required or directed.

   

   

   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Legally authorized to work in the US
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to operate motorized equipment
• Physical requirements: lift 25lbs, push 250lbs roll of fabric on cart, pull 50lbs, work (3) 12 hour shifts with extensive standing and walking.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Manufacturing experience
• Textile knitting experience

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent hand/eye coordination
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Adaptability – adapts to changes in the work environment
• Attention to detail – thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task ensuring all aspects are reviewed
• Ability to identify and classify defects

• Willing to work overtime
• Ability to communicate effectively.

AUTHORIZED TRAINING TIME

12-16 Weeks 

MACHINES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

• Ladders 
• Scissors

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT USED:

• Ear plugs
• Steel Toe Safety Shoes
• Safety Glasses

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS                               FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION                                                           

1.  Standing: Ability to stand while working                                              95% of day 

2. Sitting:  Ability to sit down                                                                        5% of day 

3. Moving: Ability to move throughout plant:                                                 50% of day 

4. Lifting:  Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.                                                            10% of day 

5. Ascending/Descending: Ability to walk upstairs, climb to top of range

                                         (approx. 16 ft)                                                          35% of day 

6. Push/Pull/Reach: Ability to push/pull fabric rolls, A-frames (approx

                                 1500lbs)                                                                           35% of day

7. Bending: Ability to pick up objects from the floor                                     15% of day 

8. Visual Acuity: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties,

                            including reading information from printed sources and

       computer screens.                                                                 100% of day              

9. Cognitive: Alert. Able to make decisions, reason, and understand

 information.                                                                       100% of day

WORK ENVIRONMENT/SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION

This job operates in a manufacturing facility. This position is a safety-sensitive position and regularly works around moving mechanical parts and powered industrial vehicles. Noise level is generally loud. Temperatures can be more than 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Humidity level can be more than 98% for 100% of day. 

SHIFT/WORK HOURS

Shift schedule will depend on open positions at time of hire and will be communicated with new hire paperwork. Weekends and holidays are scheduled depending on business demands. 

• 2nd Shift: 2 PM – 10PM 

PAY/PAY PROGRESSION:

Training Rate:          

Certified Rate:   $19.28

Premium for Off-Shift

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND ACCOMMODATIONS

The company is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to any protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.         

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.

To request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact TalentAcquisition@milliken.com.