Biomedical Fabric Operator

Enerpac Tool Group Corp • Munsons Corners, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Cortland Biomedical custom builds high-performance biomedical textile structures. The company applies over 40 years of experience in textile engineering and advanced fabric design methods to braid, knit and woven products that meet the demands of a diverse set of customers in the biomedical product space. The company also offers a full range of design, development and manufacturing services as well as a wide variety of biomedical materials. Cortland Biomedical is wholly owned by Enerpac Tool Group. Enerpac Tool Group Corp. is a premier industrial tools, services, technology, and solutions provider serving a broad and diverse set of customers and end markets for mission-critical applications in more than 100 countries. The Company makes complex, often hazardous jobs possible safely and efficiently. Enerpac Tool Group’s businesses are global leaders in high pressure hydraulic tools, controlled force products, and solutions for precise positioning of heavy loads that help customers safely and reliably tackle some of the most challenging jobs around the world. The Company was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Enerpac Tool Group common stock trades on the NYSE under the symbol EPAC.

Requirements

• Ability to use small hand tools and precision measurement devices
• Ability to tie yarn with appropriate knots and thread yarn through guides, needles and rollers of warping, weaving and knitting machines for pattern changes.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to critically assess and work through equipment and manufacturing issues.
• Ability to identify potential issues and proactively recommend and implement solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other functions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight timelines
• Detail oriented, innovative, and self-motivated
• High school diploma (or GED)
• 3+ years of textile manufacturing experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience within a ISO13485 manufacturing environment (or similarly regulated) including Good Documentation Practices (GDP) preferred.
• Experience specifically in weaving, warp knitting, weft knitting, and/or braiding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act in a safe manner in all activities performed and promote the Safety Program in all processes and procedures
• Ensures all quality standards and requirements are met in operation of manufacturing equipment, inspection of product and packaging tasks
• Adhere strictly to all applicable procedures, work instructions and forms while performing assigned tasks
• Complete all tasks efficiently and correctly as assigned by supervisory and planning personnel
• Clean, set up, thread, monitor and maintain warping, weaving and knitting production equipment and ensure all materials are readily available
• Support braiding and post processing of fabrics when assigned
• Identify potential issues and proactively recommend and implement solutions
• Follow instructions and manage multiple tasks to meet production deadlines and customer satisfaction
• Report any deficiencies in material, product, or process immediately per current procedures
• Support other manufacturing areas, shifts, and overtime hours as needed to support customer delivery expectations
• Complete all inventory and packaging entries as required ensuring that the information is correct and accurate
• Conduct 5S, operator maintenance and housekeeping activities as assigned
• Understand and apply the Quality Policy, quality documentation, and company objectives to all tasks assigned
• Act in a courteous and professional manner at all times, within a team environment, ensuring sustainment of Cortland Company’s reputation as a world class supplier
• Promote and participate in LEAD (Lean Enterprise Across Disciplines) transformation through application of lean principles to rapidly improve manufacturing and key LEAD metrics
• Yarn preparation activities.
• Knitting machines set-up and run.
• Weaving machines set-up and run.
• Fabric post processing for NPD support.
• Pattern setups on equipment.
• Initial machine setups and FAIs.
• Advanced problem solving.
• Advanced preventative maintenance.
• Support engineering in the development of new patterns, fabrics, or materials.
• Preventative maintenance of assigned equipment.
• Changeovers for assigned equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED