0781 Knitter - Direct

Knitter - Direct

Location: Kenansville, NC, US, 28349 Country/Region: United States Job Function: Manufacturing Employment Type: Hourly

Under the direction of the KWW Supervisor and as part of the Kenansville floor management team, the role will have full responsibility for keeping a number of Warp-Knitting Machines in constant operation.

Essential Functions:

• Follow all safety standards.
• Follow machine SOP and document verified on all piece tickets
• Check the front and back of assigned machines to ascertain any running problems at beginning of shift and continuously during the shift.
• Monitor the operation of the knitting machine for any defects that are undetected by the scanner or cameras on machine.
• Stop the Knitting machine when a defect is detected. The Knitter goes to the machine and determines the reason for the defect. If the defect is due to yarn breakage the Knitter repairs and restarts the machine. If the Knitter can't repair the defect, the Knitter will notify the Fixer for repair. After repair is completed the Knitter enters the defect information into the LTS computer and records Information on Knit piece ticket.
• Performance expectation within a 12-month training period Knitter will be capable of running up to 28 machines efficiently.
• Enters required data in LTS computer for each doff and records on piece ticket and logbook.
• Monitors amount of yarn on beams to ascertain machine stops before all yarn runs off beam.
• Adheres to Knitter Work Instructions including all documented special instructions
• Report all abnormalities to Department Leadership
• Any additional ad-hoc duties, in line with role and company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by Shift Lead/Supervisor. Maintains a clean work area

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge of textile manufacturing methods

Ability to read, write, and speak and understand in English, in order to interpret documents such as specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, reports, business correspondence, regulatory and procedure manuals. Communicate clearly and effectively with co-workers, Supervisors and Managements. Work independently with little or no supervision and be a team player. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Meet behaviors established in Company performance management and development process. Pay attention to detail. Effectively execute tasks.

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Physical Demands:

Frequent hand, finger and wrist movement to handle or feel objects, tools or controls. Requires standing (20%) and walking (80%). The employee frequently is required to talk, listen/use hearing, stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch, and/or use repetitive hand motions. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.

Working Conditions:

Constantly work under tight time constraints. Occasionally work mandatory overtime. Exposure to loud machinery. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration, fumes or airborne particles.

Personal Protective Equipment Requirements:

Required during production duties: Eye protection Hearing Protection Steel toe Reflective Vest (where applicable)

Equal Opportunity Employer Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit?based employment practices and equal opportunity. We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly. Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.