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Job summary : The Braiding Machine Operator is responsible for operating 2 or 3 braiding machines that uses bobbins of yarn and manufactures them into square rope packing used to seal pumps and valves. Perform machine set up, run and operate machine(s), replace bobbins/tie-in new bobbins of yarn, clean and maintain as needed and instructed. Use a caliper to measure and ensure correct product size. Quality check braid for shape, size, firmness and appearance.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities :

• Read and understand the BMSS (Bill of Materials Specification Sheet) that shows the raw yarn material used, weights or springs needed for tension, gears and speed to be used.

• Record size of material using calipers for quality checks.

• Adjust machine speed, weights/springs, gears, as necessary for optimal production.

• Observe operation of machine and verify conformance to specifications.

• Read Production Document (job order) for product specifications, dimensions and tolerances, or any special instructions.

• Work directly with the processing/finishing department personnel to achieve acceptable semi-finished material that can be used for finished parts.

• Comply with all company policies, procedures and safety rules and maintain a clean and well-organized work area.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Education/Certifications: High School Diploma or equivalent

Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience in a production environment, including hands on experience running machinery

• Previous experience with handheld measuring tools, like calipers

• Strong mechanical aptitude required, including the ability to read/understand production documents

Job Environment :

Physical Requirements:

Standing Frequently (46-100%)

Sitting Occasionally (16-45%)

Lifting Up to 25lbs without assistance

Carrying Up to 25lbs without assistance

Walking Occasionally (16-45%)

Hearing Ability to detect noises with or without corrective device(s)

Vision Clarity of vision, with or without corrective lenses

Mental Requirements:

Problem Solving Rarely (0-15%)

Making Decisions Ability to make decisions that have a low impact

Supervise Rarely (0-15%)

Interpret Data Occasionally (16-45%)

Organize Rarely (0-15%)

Read/Write Frequently (46-100%)

Communication Frequently (46-100%)

Work Environment

High Temperatures Occasionally (16-45%)

Low Temperatures Occasionally (16-45%)

Noises Loud (manufacturing environment, movement of large equipment)

Fumes Exposure Occasionally (16-45%)

Note: This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor. All requirements are subject to change and updates.

The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting and any applicable collective bargaining agreements. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.

We also provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401k savings plan, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance and more, to meet the diverse needs of all employees and their family members.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Greene, Tweed is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.

Drug Free Workplace:

Greene, Tweed is a Drug Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation subject to federal, state, and local laws.

NOTE: Greene, Tweed is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at GT without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of Greene, Tweed, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Greene, Tweed as a result of the referral or through other means.

Where Inspiration Drives Innovation

At Greene Tweed we believe that our true capability as a technology-focused company comes from our employees. Every customer challenge is solved by a team, and members are engaged across departments. From engineering and manufacturing, to sales and marketing, we work together using cutting-edge technology to assess problems, recommend solutions, and bring them into reality.

The tools of social business bring voices from around the world together in collaboration. And advanced capabilities such as FEA and state-of-the-art laboratories allow for comprehensive testing, analysis, and predictive modeling. Our manufacturing facilities expand the limits of possibility in fabrication. And embedded Lean Six Sigma upholds the highest levels of quality and efficiency during production.

This process of development is fundamental to Greene Tweed’s ability to solve critical challenges. And it means going beyond the right tools, and seeking out the right people.