SUMMARY: While a job description may not fully encompass every detail of a position, the purpose of the following is to provide an
outline of goals, responsibilities, ability and knowledge required in order to successfully perform this job. The BCF Spinning Operator
is responsible for the runability of assigned machine/towers (Reiter, Neumag, Swiss Tex and SmartPly equipment). The BCF Spinning
Operator must insure the quality of the products that are being manufactured. The BCF Spinning Operator is responsible for general
housekeeping of the work area as well.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
Follow all Safety Rules for Department and Entire Facility.
Must be familiar with the operation of all Godet rolls, switches, heaters, and aspirators on BCF Spinningmachine.
Must be familiar with the correct yarn path/yarn thread/wraps on the BCF Spinning machine, and able to rethread it in a
timely manner.
Must be familiar with Instrumar alarm lights.
Responsible for operating and doffing winders when yarn cycle is complete.
Perform online quality inspection of yarn (i.e. shade, air tack, winding, proper labels, etc.).
Properly packing out yarn on buggies, and label with correct information in delivering a first quality product.
Train new and/or existing operators until competent.
Keeping machine's cleaned and wiped down at all times. (String Waste, Tack Box, Spin Finish Trays, Etc.)
Responsible for general housekeeping of work area (Trash, Sweeping, Mopping, and Wiping down assigned BCF Spinning
machine, Etc.)
Transport yarn Test Buggy to Lab for Quality Testing.
Be aware of Aquafil's Recycling Guidelines and Environmental Management Systems Policy (see supervisor if further
explanation is needed).
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES
Assist the Supervisors/Crew Leaders during product changes and spin pack changes when or if needed.
Assist all other operators when needed.
Maintain Automotive Alarm Record documentation.
Report any discrepancies to the supervisor, line technician or crew leader.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & ABILITY
Problem solving-identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
Customer service-manages difficult situations, responds promptly to internal and external customer needs and meets
commitments. Exhibits strong interpersonal techniques, is positive, respectful and customer focused.
Planning/organizing-prioritizes and plans work and uses time efficiently. Attention to detail, organized, able to meet deadlines.
Quality control-demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, monitors own work to ensure quality and applies feedback to
improve performance. Proven ability to apply common sense understanding in order to carry out written and oral instructions.
Quantity-meets productivity standards and completes work in a timely manner.
Adaptability-adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent
change, delays or unexpected events. Can function as a self-starter with the ability to work independently.
Dependability-consistently at work and on time, follows instructions and responds to management direction.
Safety and security-observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly. Ability to read and
interpret safety rules and instructions which are posted in English.
Communication - effectively and professionally conveys information internally and externally through verbal and written
communication skills. Actively listens, communicates clearly, concisely and assures understanding.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts, add, subtract, multiply and divide numbers.
Function as a self-starter with the ability to work independently.
Effectively and professionally convey information internally and externally through verbal and written communicationskills.
Detail-oriented and organized, able to work in a fast-pace environment and meet deadlines.
Exhibits strong interpersonal techniques, is positive, pleasant, respectful and customer focused