1st Shit - Knit Sew In Operator

Culp Jobs Board•Stokesdale, NC

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Knit Sew In Operator is responsible for using work orders to find truck numbers recorded under the heading “to frame.” They will bring the proper trucks (staged in the slit area) to the entrance end of the frame, check the MO number written in the end of the piece, and sew fabric in with a sewing machine. The operator will put a “flag” on the right side of the beginning of each lot and notify the exit end operator of the new lot. A visual check is required to ensure the “face” is up and that the fabric in each truck matches as each truck of a single lot is sewn in. The operator will return empty trucks to the “empty truck” area within the slit area and clean out any debris left over in the truck. They must immediately notify the machine operator and exit end operator of any continuous defects. Machine upkeep includes blowing down the machine, sweeping the area, and keeping all rollers free of grease and strings. The operator will mix finish per SOP and clean tanks after use. Maintaining leader cloth to be sewn in as needed is also part of the role. The position is responsible for fabric quality, frame efficiency, and housekeeping. The operator must follow all safety procedures and policies and advise supervision of any unsafe conditions. Any other duties as requested by supervision may also be assigned.

Requirements

Demonstrated proficiency in the operation and proper use of a computer, scanner, entrance and exit end controls of the tenter frame.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong team player.
Commitment to company values.

Responsibilities

Use work order to find truck numbers recorded under heading “to frame.”
Bring the proper trucks (staged in slit area) to the entrance end of the frame.
Check the MO number written in the end of the piece.
Sew fabric in with sewing machine.
Put a “flag” on the right side of the beginning of each lot.
Notify exit end operator of the new lot.
Visually check that the “face” is up and that the fabric in each truck matches as each truck of a single lot is sewn in.
Return empty truck to the “empty truck” area within the slit area.
Clean out any debris left over in the truck.
Immediately notify machine operator and exit end operator of any continues defects.
Machine upkeep: blow down machine, sweep area, and keep all rollers free of grease and strings.
Mix finish per sop.
Clean tanks after use.
Maintain leader cloth to be sewn in as needed.
Responsible for fabric quality, frame efficiency, and housekeeping.
Follows all safety procedures and policies and advises supervision of any unsafe conditions.
Perform any other duties as requested by supervision.