Slasher Size Prep

TenCate Protective Fabrics•Zebulon, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for preparing materials and assisting the Slasher Operator in a manufacturing environment. The Slasher Size Prep will perform various tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the slasher machine, including transferring materials, conducting inspections, and troubleshooting issues. The position requires adherence to safety protocols and may involve filling in for the Slasher Operator. This role operates in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and moving parts, necessitating the use of appropriate personal protective equipment.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or High School Equivalency Certificate preferred.
Must be able to operate a forklift and warp pan truck.
Certification to operate these PIT will be required.
Attention to Detail
Prioritization Skills
Self-motivated
Effective Communication
Teamwork
Technical Skills
Good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Ability to reach out and overhead with hands and arms.
Ability to perform repetitive hand actions – grasping, push/pull, and fine manipulations.
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to push/pull with entire body weights up to 600 lbs. using beam hoists.
Ability to climb up and down steps as necessary.
Ability to climb up and down ladders.
Specific vision abilities required: color vision, close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

Nice To Haves

Use the aid of a trained coworker when available.

Responsibilities

Transfer warps or loom beams to or from machine, using warp pan truck.
Position section beams onto creel using hoist.
Conduct visual inspection of the process.
Assist slasher operator to pass warp threads through rollers, size pot, and drying roller and to insert lease rods.
Loosen and remove clamps from end of loom beam, using wrench.
Lift loom beams from slasher onto warp pan truck, using hoist.
Weigh, mix, and cook size in vats according to formula.
Turn valves to control flow of size from vat to size box on slasher machine.
Complete hoist checklist to ensure proper function and safety requirements are met.
Perform housekeeping duties in assigned areas.
Troubleshoot cause of problem and work jointly with the operator to get the slasher back in operation.
Notify supervisor or maintenance when equipment malfunctions.
Move direct beams from in front of the roll up door and stage styles together prior to end of shift.
Work together with the operator to strike the set.
Fill in for Slasher Operator.
Perform other duties assigned by management.
Follow all safety rules to ensure the safety of yourself and those around you.