Braider Operator

Set up applicable machine(s) according to manufacturing specifications (braid ring height, install tube guide, change deck/puller gear, unload/load carriers, unload/load bobbins, etc.) and mark defects/new preforms with the correct tape color. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Pull tooling and materials according to manufacturing specifications for applicable machine(s), such as springs, braid rings, tube guides, wound bobbin, core tube, etc.

Job Title: Braider Operator
Location: Mansfield, TX76063
Duration: 6 Month Contract
Pay: $20.25/hr
1st shift (7:00 AM 3:30 PM) - (Mon-Fri) - MANDATORY OT

JOB FAIR TUES, OCT 6 1- 4PM
PLEASE PLACE IN COMMENTS WHAT TIME YOUR CANDIDATE WILL BE ARRIVING TO THE JOB FAIR.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Operate either the NEB, OMA and/or TMW 24/36 braiders and monitor for proper product quality

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Pull tooling and materials according to manufacturing specifications for applicable machine(s), such as springs, braid rings, tube guides, wound bobbin, core tube, etc.
2. Inspect tooling before using and track material used in WW3 system and Braider Logs
3. Set up applicable machine(s) according to manufacturing specifications (braid ring height, install tube guide, change deck/puller gear, unload/load carriers, unload/load bobbins, etc.) and mark defects/new preforms with the correct tape color
4. Measure and record OD and pitch on Hose Process Chart (SPC)
5. Run braided hose through wash tank and stage in hose coiling area for inspection
6. Maintain work area in clean and orderly fashion, follow 5s practices
7. Know and practice all safety regulations and quality guidelines
8. Report production issues to Direct Lead
9. Perform work of an equal or lower classification

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures, and in a manner that eliminates unreasonable risk to health and the environment. Notify management of unsafe conditions or practices, unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk. Report all safety and/or environmental incidents to management immediately.
2. Prevent excess waste of product and/or components by operating the equipment in an efficient manner.
3. Participate in peer-based teams (i.e., Natural High Performance Teams), and work with groups to initiate and implement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5-S.
4. Other duties may be assigned at a later time.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/SCOPE:

• Report directly to Value Stream Team Leader
• Work closely with Maintenance to resolve issues with the equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS:
The employee may be subject to:

• High noise levels from operating machines and equipment.
• Physical hazards from operating machines

1. Work in areas where safety equipment will be required (steel toe shoes, eye protection, hearing protection)
2. Standing is required for extended periods of time. Walking, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, turning, twisting, squatting, and lifting is performed on a regular basis
3. Requires high degree of manual dexterity, which could be performed under restrictive conditions
4. Requires flexible hours and short notice for overtime.