Job Description
Aassist other tenter frame operators with keeping the machine running efficiently to produce first quality fabric.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Check writing on fabric to be sure it matches the accompanying paperwork.
- Perform all job duties following S.O.P. instructions and safety procedures.
- Dispense chemicals electronically from the chemical dispensing system.
- Check for face of fabric up or down and wet count.
- Help operator start the lot of fabric.
- Help winder start lot if needed.
- Help keep fabric running straight, notify operator of problems and defects.
- Maintain a good safety attitude and abide by all safety rules.
- Set tenter frame up from instructions on S.O.P.'s and any instructions from the shift coordinator/department manager.
- Fill out all production reports and papers required in processing the lot.
- Keep good communication with the crew while running in order to maintain first quality fabric.
- Inspect at all times when lot is running, record and report any defects.
- Push cabs loaded with fabric.
- Help perform weekly maintenance on tenter frame.
- Adjust knives to proper depth, adjust truck or beam tension to proper settings and adjust traction rollers.
- Should have a thorough knowledge of the following positions: Pad Tenter Operator, Entry Tenter Operator, and Delivery Operator.