Senior Machine Operator

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Associate 1:
Twister - Hudson Plant

Senior Machine Operator

Hudson Operations Manager

The Twister operator is responsible for removing empty beams and tying in new beams on knit machines as needed. Develop the ability to operate a set of raschel knit machines, assuring the production of first quality fabric.

• Regular and predictable attendance
• Must be capable of being trained to remove empty beams and tie in new beams.
• Tie-In New Warps
• Lease Warps
• Pull over Warps
• Haul Warps
• Replace yarn breaks.
• Reset stitch clock.
• Operate Powered Industrial Equipment.
• Operate a set of raschel knitting machines.
• Patrols machines to ensure first quality fabric is being produced.
• Maintains a clean work area and observes all safety rules and procedures.
• Responsible for safety, quality, and production of raschel knitting machines.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.

• Legally authorized to work in the US
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to operate motorized equipment
• Basic reading/writing skills
• Basic math skills

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

• 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

12-16 Weeks

• Beam Lift
• Tie-In Machine
• Ladders
• Scissors

• Ear plugs
• Steel Toe Safety Shoes
• Safety Glasses

• Standing:
  Ability to stand while working 95% of day
• Sitting:
  Ability to sit down 5% of day
• Moving:
  Ability to move throughout plant: 50% of day
• Lifting:
  Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. 10% of day
• Ascending/Descending: Ability to walk upstairs, climb to top of range

approx. 16 ft) 35% of day

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

1500lbs) 35% of day

• Bending:
  Ability to pick up objects from the floor 15% of day
• Visual Acuity:
  Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties,

including reading information from printed sources and computer screens. 100% of day

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

information. 100% of day

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 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-10 PM Monday-Friday

Training Rate: