Braider Operator- 3rd Shift

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform all required duties to operate a bank of braiding machines; obtain
and position operational supplies and maintain related records.
Cooperate as necessary to maintain continuous operation of assigned units.
Set-up and operate 48 carrier machines as directed.
Maintain operational supplies to machine and when machine requires, replace
minor worn parts such as pawls, sleeves and ratchets, make set-ups where
required.
Obtain empty take-up reels, additional filled bobbins and other normal
supplies for all assigned machines.
Change take-up reels, remove filled reel, replace with empty; resupply care
material (wire, cable or filler); maintain bobbin racks requiring heavy physical
exertion at times to move and/or position items.
Operate braiding units as necessary. Remain alert to detect broken wires,
empty bobbins, filled reels, empty supply reels and other operational failures
or faults.
Take necessary corrective action to restart units within limits of accepted
practice; notify Maintenance Dept and/or supervision of continuing stoppage or
other unusual conditions.
Accumulate all scrap and short ends of wire from bobbins at shift end;
weigh, and complete scrap report.
Accumulate empty bobbins and return to respooling or other designated
area.
Prepare braid report for shift operation and perform other duties as
directed.
Detect and report defective material, faulty operation and unusual
conditions to proper supervision. Maintain work area and equipment in a clean
and orderly condition.
Follow environmental, health and safety regulations.

Qualifications/Requirements

High School diploma or GED
2 years relevant experience.
Ability to comprehend parts/operator manuals/instructions.
Solid troubleshooting ability.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran