TWISTER OPERATOR 3rd shift

About the role

Set up, operate, and tend machines that twist yarn together in a production frame.

Responsibilities

• Creel single or double ply yarn packages and load yarn into twister
• Reposition buggies of yarn at the twisters and stage tubes for winder operation
• Thread ends of single yarns, operate the spindle, and repair breakouts during production runs
• Doff twisted yarn packages and transfer them from the conveyor to a buggy/container
• Monitor production output and machine equipment for safe and efficient operation
• Clean and dechoke spindles to maintain machine efficiency and meet production requirements
• Perform quality checks using black lights to inspect yarn
• Attend job-related training as required by supervision
• Follow all established standard operating and safety procedures and company policies
• Perform general housekeeping duties as necessary
• Perform other tasks assigned by management

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Successful completion of all required on-the-job training
• Successful completion of all required health and environmental safety training
• Previous yarn or manufacturing experience is preferred

Skills

• Ability to operate in a team-based environment
• Basic math skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to deal with problems involving variables in standardized situations
• Ability to read spec sheets or product information

Physical Requirements

• May require bending, squatting, climbing, and other physical movement for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently
• Working around moving equipment and in an industrial environment
• Working in an environment with regular exposure to chemicals, noise from machinery, dust, fumes, and variable temperatures