Quilting Machine Operator - 2nd Shift
Lanco Group of Companies•Hazel Crest, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Quilting Machine Operator operates quilting and cutting equipment to produce quality products according to job specifications. Reviews production requirements, prepares materials, sets up and adjusts equipment, enters job dimensions, reads blueprints, and performs quality checks throughout production. Handles materials and troubleshoots routine machine issues to keep production running efficiently and accurately.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1–3 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in production and inspections; identifies potential defects or malfunctions before they become issues
- Blueprint Reading: Competent in reading and interpreting blueprints
- Basic Math: Basic math knowledge, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of fractions
- Must be able to speak, read, and write in English
Responsibilities
- Review daily workflow, production spreadsheets, and required materials
- Issue material yardage to the appropriate job through Epicor MES
- Set up and operate quilting/cutting equipment according to job dimensions
- Install and replace needles, loopers, and cutting blades
- Program length dimensions using sensor adjustments and the computer interface
- Read and interpret AutoCAD drawings or blueprints to confirm required job dimensions
- Perform quality inspections throughout production
- Hand-load and unload cut material from the conveyor
- Troubleshoot thread breaks and stitch line skips
- Adjust material alignment and sensors and replace needles as needed
Benefits
- paid time off
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life insurance
- 401(k) plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
