Pendleton D/F Sr MO PatEagle

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le Operator (Senior Machine Operator – 923)

REPORTS TO:         Finishing Production Manager

PURPOSE:                Operate production fabric through Patriot/Eagle range by following proper policies and procedures

SHIFT / WORK HOURS:

Gaines Rotating Schedule

Must qualify on Two Different Jobs at Sr. Operator Rate – to reach top pay

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

2)  Operate equipment in a safe manner

3)  Process 1st quality cloth

4)  Meet production goals set-out by department manager

5)  Follow proper policies and procedures set out by department and location

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to read and write and follow directions
2. Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions
3. Basic Math (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
4. Ability to operate forklift and power tugger
5. Ability to learn how to use computer system (MES)
6. Good communication skills
7. Strong discipline
8. Ability to make adjustments to machine settings
9. Ability to recognize defects and abnormalities
10. Ability to recognize quality issues and make sound decisions based on tolerances
11. Ability to handle all chemicals and tasks while wearing proper PPE
12. Ability to recognize unsafe fire conditions
13. Ability to activate the steam snuffing system

MACHINES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

1. Scissors                            
2. Safety Goggles                   
3. Pen / Forms          

4)   Ear Protection                                          

5)   Steel Toed Shoes

6)   Gloves

7)   LOTO Device

8)   Goggles

9)   Sewing Machine

10) Nut Drivers

11) Computers

12) Panoptes

13) Kinder Screens

14) Fabric Boxes, A-Frames

15) Ruler

16) Pens, Pencils, Telephone, Printer, Staplers

17) Allen Wrenches

18) Screws

19) Washers

21) Lock Washers

22) PIVs

23) Air Hoses

24) Water Hose

25) Pattern Straightener

26) Beta Gauge

27) Brush Boxes

28) Fine Guiders

29) Steam Snuffing System

30) Tape (Metallic/Masking/Double Sided)

31) Tack Guns

32) Stamps

33) Tape Measure

34) Hands-Off tool

35) Pneumatic Pumps

36) Thread

37) Leader Tape

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Basic written and communication skills
2. Must be able to hear power equipment operating in work area
3. Must be able to see clearly and pass pre-employment drug screening

JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITES:

1. Responsible for set-up and operation of the Patriot/Eagle range
2. Knowledge of Patriot/Eagle policies and procedures
3. Auditing daily team maintenance on Patriot/Eagle
4. Auditing safety items on Patriot/Eagle

AUTHORIZED TRAINING TIME:

2 to 3 Weeks for 1st Certification on Patriot/Eagle Exit Take-up

8 to 12 Weeks for 2nd Certification in Job Classification Patriot/Eagle Front End

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:                                        FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION

1. Standing:             Ability to stand while operating the Patriot/Eagle:                                         95% of day
2. Sitting:                  Ability to sit down for a meeting:                                                                   5% of day
3. Moving:                Ability to move throughout plant:                                                                  5% of day
4. Lifting:                 Ability to lift up to 25lbs:                                                                               15% of day
5. Climbing:             Ability to walk up stairs, climb on ladders, climb forklifts, etc.                    5% of day
6. Push/Pull/Reach: Ability to push/pull cabinet drawers, empty boxes, reach for documents     50% of day
7. Bending:               Ability to pick up objects from the floor                                                        5% of day
8. Walking:              Ability to walk up and down Patriot/Eagle Range on hard concrete surface 75% of day
9. Visual Acuity:      Ability to read documents, computer screens, and see defects                      100% of day

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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