Machine Operator

Job Summary

The Machine Operator is to effectively and efficiently prepare, produce and maintain the required production that is assigned to a machine. The duty during the assigned shift is to the assigned machine. Most machines are designed for a single operator to perform these tasks. The duties and responsibilities are as follows but not limited to:

• No damage or missing parts to machinery, material, or tools
• Shift log is complete, and creel is properly stocked.
• Trash bins are emptied.
• Finished goods located at machine are properly labeled.
• All necessary items are near machine (pallets, tubes, plastic wrap, and tape)
• Anything not properly done on previous shift, report to Lead.

• Check all material on work order and make sure that is what is at the machine.
• Check for number of rolls and for weight and length.
• Follow any special instructions.
• Check that correct size is available for the order.
• Make sure all samples are taken to and approved by quality.
• Has the order signed before running order
• Document correct meter on shift report.

• Notify warehouse or Lead when more material is needed.
• Make sure that all material delivered to machine is recorded with lot number and pallet number.
• Return raw material to be loaded on pallet correctly and returned to warehouse.

• Be in the correct position to be able to observe the stitch head and carriers. Continually walk around machine while running.
• During operations constantly check carriers to ensure that they are properly threaded and there are no crosses.
• Material is laying properly on machine with no gaps.
• There is no visible damage or strange noise coming from it.
• Continually check for missing, broken or tangled strings
• Check that the correct material is loaded according to work order.
• Make sure carriers are clean and clear of obstructions.
• Continually check that all machine bed rollers are clear of fibers (NO RAZOR KNIFE TO BE USED)
• Make sure that brushes are clean of waste material.
• Regularly check for dirt or foreign objects on machine
• Empty vacuum, when necessary, throughout the shift
• Maintain the creels to ensure they are loaded, and material is spliced to keep production running.
• Notify warehouse or Lead if raw material is needed.
• Always keep area clean.

• Make sure hands are clean.
• Have cart/buggy prepared with plastic wrap before rolls are finished.
• Doff finished rolls onto the cart.
• Prepare the start of a new roll with tube (start machine back up)
• Weigh roll and take the diameter and circumference of roll, then wrap.
• Document all measurements.
• Place roll correctly on pallet (once all rolls are on pallet notify Lead and warehouse to remove the pallet)
• 30 minutes before shift change make sure machines are clean, creels are loaded, no crosses in material, trash is emptied, all documents are filled out properly, and tools are placed in correct area. Start machine back up until shift change. (Make sure the machine is running when next operator comes to machine)

• All are expected to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instruction and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment.
• Have good communications skills, written and verbal.
• Document all items about production.
• Keep work area clean and tidy.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and training to others to ensure quality and production.
• Report damage, safety issues, or other needed information.

• Problem solving and decision making.
• Teamwork and Communication
• Ability to follow instructions and production schedules.
• Ability to act quickly when a problem arises.
• Quality
• Safety and Health Compliance

• Frequent exposure to heat and cold
• Work at elevations greater than 10 feet
• Lift and or move up to 50 Lbs.
• Perform repetitive tasks for extended periods (standing, lifting, bending, sitting, kneeling)
• Specific vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and customers.