Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Dominion Fiber Technologies•Richmond, VA

9d•$20 - $25

About The Position

The Machine Operator works in the Production department and operates ring twisters, 2 for 1 twisters, and assembly winders. The role involves setting up equipment, processing supply yarn into twisted or rewound products, checking product quality against specifications, labeling and packing finished goods, completing required paperwork, and maintaining a clean work area.

Requirements

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to read and comprehend procedures and specifications.
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Good communication skills.
Detail- and quality-oriented.
Previous manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Check supply-yarn specifications, machine setup, and twisted or finished-product requirements.
Unpack supply yarn and visually inspect packages for defects.
Load supply yarn into the creel or pot and place packages under the rewinder position.
String supply yarn from the creel to the twister and string each ring twister, 2:1, or rewinder position.
Run test positions and deliver them to the lab.
Verify proper construction, including number of ends, at the start and end of each doff.
Start the ring twister, 2:1 twister, or rewinder and run the specified doff cycle.
Doff full pirns and twisted or rewound packages from machine positions onto a buggy.
Visually inspect twisted or rewound packages and downgrade those that do not meet specifications.
Label pirns, buggies, and twisted or rewound packages according to specifications.
Transport buggies and finished-goods boxes to designated areas.
Pack twisted or rewound packages into boxes according to specifications and transport them to the 2:1 area.
Complete and sign required paperwork, including the Production/Quality form, Maintenance Request form, and Production Ticket (Buck Slip).
Perform any creel duties needed to restart the twister or rewinder.
Remove scrap and clean the twister or rewind area.