MLCL Operator

Job Summary:

The MLCL Operator is responsible for operating the MLCL Tufting Machine or other machines if LCL is without tufting orders.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Repair any quality problems, i.e., changing hooks, blades, and needles
• Make stitch and yarn adjustments if required for setting up the machine.
• Repair gauge part-related defects specific to the LCL tufting machine.
• Get weight check for quality checker when machine changes are made.
• Change and secure backing for machines.
• Help creel in machine.
• Responsible for making first quality carpet and notifying the supervisor of any quality problems.

Performance Expectations (if applicable):

• Lifting is required of cores weighing 20 lbs. 6 times per shift and cones of yarn weighing 10-12 lbs. 4-5 times per shift.
• Standing is continuous, estimated 5 hours per shift.
• Reaching is required to thread up the machine every 10-12 minutes while the machine is running.
• Stooping is required 6 times per shift for intervals of 10 seconds.
• Bending is required to thread up the machine every 10-12 minutes while the machine is running.
• Must use wrenches 10-20 times per shift.
• Scissors must be used 10-20 times per shift.
• Snips must be used 10 times per shift.
• Must be able to distinguish colors and shade differences.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, and kneel.

Experience/Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Must be able to read and write and do basic addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication.

Other Requirements:

• Overtime is required on occasion.
• All accidents must be reported immediately.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• Safety equipment must be worn as required.
• Report to management any quality, safety, or potential problems encountered while performing the job.
• Responsible for the quality and safety of his/her own output.