Knitting Mechanic

Wigwam Mills Inc•Sheboygan, WI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Wigwam Mills, Inc. is a long-standing leader in the US-based development and manufacturing of high-quality, performance socks. We work together as a team and know that our greatest asset is a loyal, well-informed employee. Founded in 1905 by the Chesebro family, Wigwam remains privately owned today. Come join our family-owned business, proudly located in Sheboygan, WI for 120 years! We are looking for a full-time Knitting Mechanic with a desire to excel in a fast-paced high-tech environment, to continue our tradition of manufacturing high-quality hosiery in our Knitting Department. Hours: 2pm to 12am Monday - Thursday. Overtime as needed.

Requirements

Communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to be efficient, flexible, and work under pressure in a fast-paced, fluid environment.
Ability to interact in a proactive manner with peers and leadership and work as a team player.
Must be capable of standing and walking up to 12 hours per day.
Heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling may be required to move machinery.
Must be capable of frequent shoulder-height reaching and bending and able to lift 25#.
Capable of adhering to Standard Work Procedures.
Basic math skills (counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication).
Must be legally authorized to work for a company in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Knows and is familiar with all facets of operation of knitting machines (mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, etc.) in assigned area, consistent with the level of training received.
Maintain and improve machines in assigned area.
Makes all repairs and/or assists in major repairs in an efficient manner. Lubricates and cleans machines as required.
Knows the effects of and is able to efficiently use all adjustments on machines in order to efficiently produce high quality knitted hosiery, consistent with training received.
Knows and is familiar with all requirements of the products being produced and is able to set up and start up all knitting machines at an acceptable quality level as prescribed in the specifications and standards noted on the setup card, consistent with training received.
Inspects knitting machines after setup, start up, and during production runs to ensure the product being knit is meeting specs and quality standards.
Is capable of complete overhaul or retrofit machines, consistent with the level of training.
Records and reports all information required.
Instructs other mechanics and students upon request.
May be required to make or modify existing parts.
Required to check in and out machine parts from parts room appropriately.
May be required to do experimental work.
Does evaluations of yarn, new machinery, parts, and knitting elements.
Works with technicians on machinery to ensure better understanding.
Able to communicate with other departments and understand their process and problems.
Knows and is able to perform the functions of Knitter.
Performs related duties as assigned.