Job Summary:

The Weaving PM Technician is required to know the components of weaving machines (P7100 looms) that will include repair and maintenance procedures. Furthermore, they also play a role during new product development and implementation.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Must be able to analyze and take corrective measures on machines flagged by weavers;
• Must be able to repair/replace and perform the proper settings on the following components of the Machine (P7100 looms) including but not limited to:
  • components of the projectile circulation;
  • all types of let-off (mechanical and electrical) and take up drives;
  • shed formation timing and drive components;
  • selvedge formation (tucking unit and weft end gripper settings);
  • adjust whip roller and warp stop motion;
  • pick gear combination
  • pick clock settings;
• Is responsible for the weaving machine performance and fabric quality in an assigned area (weave room section);
• Keep “Pig Mats” orderly and replace as needed (housekeeping)
• Lubricate daily oiling points
• Keep record of actions taken by means of filling in flag sheets
• Work with weavers to enhance their skills on looms
• Work with lab and quality personal to ensure quality product
• Weekly revisions and cleanings

Performance Expectations (if applicable):

• Responsible and accountable for quality workmanship regarding machine setups, repairs and maintenance.
• Responsible and accountable for providing accurate and effective training based on the company guidelines, when needed.

Experience/Education Requirements:

• Responsible and accountable for quality workmanship regarding machine setups, repairs and maintenance.
• Responsible and accountable for providing accurate and effective training based on the company guidelines, when needed.
• Must have experience in weaving or other manufacturing process

Other Requirements:

• Responsible and accountable for quality workmanship regarding machine setups, repairs and maintenance.
• Responsible and accountable for providing accurate and effective training based on the company guidelines, when needed.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.
• Stand on concrete floor for long periods of time
• Good Attendance Record
• Good Communication (Verbal) Skills
• Team Player
• Must be able to work on 12 hour shift
• Must be able to work scheduled overtime