Warping Operator
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Job Summary
The Albany International Kaukauna facility is a union-free environment. The Albany philosophy is to involve employees in Safety, Quality, and Productivity improvement activities in order to serve our customers well and provide long-term stability. Albany International is an Equal Opportunity Employer including veterans and disabled. Successful candidates must have strong teamwork skills, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic, along with the necessary qualifications. The Warper plays a major role in the initial stage of production of Engineered and Forming Fabrics for use in the building, pulp and paper industry. Over time the incumbent is trained in a variety of distinct tasks each associated with the classification of a Warper. These include: knot-tying, threading, set-up of creel, cleaning loom, turning cans.
SAFETY AND PROCEDURES
Follow all publicized safety policies/procedures and JIBS applicable to the job. Use appropriate PPE that has been identified on the Hazard Analysis for the department/role. Attend and participate in all safety training, safety meetings, audits and Behavior Based Safety programs assigned. Report all safety hazards observed. If capable, correct the safety hazard identified.
Essential Job Functions
To operate creel To turn cans To operate knot tie machine To operate JIB hoist To operate Tow Motor To follow instructions on trailer cards. To perform standard work as specified in JIBS. Help thread Help with changeovers Help clean looms Help pull knots To assure quality of products. To work on process improvement initiatives. To participate on various Department Groups and Committees. To act as a mature, responsible team member including helping team members and having a positive attitude. To perform all tasks requested by Team Leads. Reads, understands and is committed to conducting business in accordance to Albany International’s Business Ethics Policy. All business of the company should, at all times, be conducted ethically, fairly, honestly and with integrity.
Experience/Education/Skills
REQUIREMENTS
Required Skills
Safety conscious Manual skills Basic computer skills Good communication skills Positive attitude Quality oriented Occasional overtime required
Required Experience
None
Education Requirements
High School Diplomax College diplomar Bachelor Degreer Masters degreer
Associates Degree preferred
Must be willing to work 12-Hour Rotating Shifts
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