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Milliken & Company lists this Machine Operator opportunity in hudson, New Hampshire. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leaderwhose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. Fromindustry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products thatenhance people's lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken's curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagramand LinkedIn.
POSITION TITLE / LOCATION
Associate 3: Machine Operator - Hudson Plant
JOB CLASSIFICATION
Machine Operator
POSITION REPORTS TO:
Hudson Plant Supervisor
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Machine Operator is responsible for operating a set of raschel knitting machines.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Regular and predictable attendance
Knit Machine Operator :
Operates a set of raschel knitting machines.
Patrols machines to ensure excellent quality.
Repairs yarn breaks.
Maintains a clean work area and observes all safety rules and procedures.
Responsible for documenting production, quality, and safety.
Takes sample cuts as required.
Performs other related duties as required or directed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Legally authorized to work in the US
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to operate motorized equipment
Physical requirements: lift 25lbs, push 250lbs roll of fabric on cart, pull 50lbs, work (3) 12 hour shifts with extensive standing and walking.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or equivalent
Manufacturing experience
Textile knitting experience
SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Excellent hand/eye coordination
Strong problem-solving skills
Adaptability - adapts to changes in the work environment
Attention to detail - thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task ensuring all aspects are reviewed
Ability to identify and classify defects
Willing to work overtime
Ability to communicate effectively.
AUTHORIZED TRAINING TIME
12-16 Weeks
MACHINES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Ladders
Scissors
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT USED:
Ear plugs
Steel Toe Safety Shoes
Safety Glasses
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION
1. Standing : Ability to stand while working 95% of day
Sitting : Ability to sit down 5% of day
Moving : Ability to move throughout plant: 50% of day
Lifting: Ability tolift upto25lbs. 10% of day
Ascending/Descending: Ability to walk upstairs,climb to top of range
(approx. 16 ft) 35% of day
Push/Pull/Reach: Ability to push/pull fabric rolls,A-frames (approx
1500lbs) 35% of day
Bending: Ability to pick up objects from the floor 15% of day
Visual Acuity: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties,
including reading information from printed sources and
computer screens. 100% of day
9. Cognitive: Alert. Able to make decisions, reason, and understand
information. 100% of day
WORK ENVIRONMENT/SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION
This job operates in a manufacturing facility. This position is a safety-sensitive position and regularly works around moving mechanical parts and powered industrial vehicles. Noise level is generally loud. Temperatures can be more than 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Humidity level can be more than 98% for 100% of day.
SHIFT/WORK HOURS
Shift schedule will depend on open positions at time of hire and will be communicated with new hire paperwork. Weekends and holidays are scheduled depending on business demands.
2nd Shift: 2 PM - 10 PM Monday-Friday
PAY/PAY PROGRESSION:
Training Rate:
Certified Rate: $19.28
Premium for Off-Shift
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND ACCOMMODATIONS
The company is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to any protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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