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Job summary: The Braiding Machine Operator is responsible for operating 2 or 3 braiding machines that uses bobbins of yarn and manufactures them into square rope packing used to seal pumps and valves.  Perform machine set up, run and operate machine(s), replace bobbins/tie-in new bobbins of yarn, clean and maintain as needed and instructed. Use a caliper to measure and ensure correct product size.  Quality check braid for shape, size, firmness and appearance.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:  

Read and understand the BMSS (Bill of Materials Specification Sheet) that shows the raw yarn material used, weights or springs needed for tension, gears and speed to be used.Record size of material using calipers for quality checks.Adjust machine speed, weights/springs, gears, as necessary for optimal production.Observe operation of machine and verify conformance to specifications.Read Production Document (job order) for product specifications, dimensions and tolerances, or any special instructions.Work directly with the processing/finishing department personnel to achieve acceptable semi-finished material that can be used for finished parts.Comply with all company policies, procedures and safety rules and maintain a clean and well-organized work area.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Education/Certifications:  High School Diploma or equivalent

Skills and Experience: 

Previous experience in a production environment, including hands on experience running machineryPrevious experience with handheld measuring tools, like calipersStrong mechanical aptitude required, including the ability to read/understand production documents

Job Environment:

Physical Requirements:         

            Standing          Frequently (46-100%)

            Sitting              Occasionally (16-45%)

            Lifting              Up to 25lbs without assistance

            Carrying          Up to 25lbs without assistance

            Walking           Occasionally (16-45%)

            Hearing           Ability to detect noises with or without corrective device(s)

            Vision              Clarity of vision, with or without corrective lenses

Mental Requirements:           

            Problem Solving                       Rarely (0-15%)

            Making Decisions                     Ability to make decisions that have a low impact

            Supervise                                 Rarely (0-15%)

            Interpret Data                           Occasionally (16-45%)

            Organize                                  Rarely (0-15%)

            Read/Write                               Frequently (46-100%)

            Communication                        Frequently (46-100%)

Work Environment

            High Temperatures                   Occasionally (16-45%)

            Low Temperatures                    Occasionally (16-45%)

            Noises                                      Loud (manufacturing environment, movement of large equipment)

            Fumes Exposure                       Occasionally (16-45%)

Note:  This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor.  All requirements are subject to change and updates.

We also provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401k savings plan, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance and more, to meet the diverse needs of all employees and their family members.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Greene, Tweed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.

Drug Free Workplace:

Greene, Tweed is a Drug Free Workplace.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation subject to federal, state, and local laws.

NOTE: Greene, Tweed is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at GT without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of Greene, Tweed, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Greene, Tweed as a result of the referral or through other means.