Braid Operator-1st Shift

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Work From Orders, Special Customer Requirements, requisitions, verbal instructions as to type of wire gauge and number of ends, number of picks or crossovers per inch; footage required on order and footage delivered from previous operations; meet schedules, work in BPCS system.
• Maintain desired number of ends; mount bobbins on braider carriers leading to ends of braiding point.
• Maintain good traverse during braiding operations; use micrometer to check wire gauges.
• Separate different gauges for use, return to stock.
• Follow SOP's; change take up reels before being overfilled.
• Make minor adjustments to ensure smooth machine operation, motor speeds, tension on carrier stems.
• Perform minor maintenance including oiling of machines.
• Cut loose ends of braid, separate bobbins, box for return to vendor and keep guards and shield over pulley gears and chain.
• Know raw material part and lot numbers as necessary.
• Utilize computer system to determine raw materials inventory as required to complete orders.
• May contact other departments regarding raw materials.
• Detect and report defective materials, improper compounding, malfunctioning equipment, unusual conditions to supervision.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain equipment and work areas in clean and orderly condition.
• Perform other similar or related duties as assigned or instructed by supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Knowledge of ordinary arithmetic including decimals, fractions, and simple use of specification together with use of adjustable measuring instruments.
• Position requires moderate physical effort consisting of frequent moving, average weights, lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing, pulling etc.
• Working conditions may expose employee to noise, fumes, dust, hot and cold temperatures etc.