Tufting Maintenance Tech

Job Summary:

The purpose of the Tufting Maintenance Tech is to be responsible for service and repair of all the tufting related machines and equipment in the department.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Must be able to trouble shoot and then fix the tufting machine, warpers, and other equipment in the department.

• Responsible for correct style set-up in tufting machines.

• To help machine operators to make set-up if needed.

• Help machine operators work on machine lines, blades, loopers, etc.

• Reblade and rehook machines as necessary.

• Rebuild and overhaul machines as necessary.

• Responsible for making first quality carpet and notifying supervisor of any quality problem.

Performance Expectations (if applicable):

• Lifting is required of machine parts and tools of various weight multiple times per shift.

• Standing is required approximately 6 hours per shift.

• Reaching, stooping, and bending are required multiple time for various amounts of time throughout shift.

• Must be able to operate lift truck.

• Must be able to use tools continuously during shift.

• Must be able to climb underneath machines or on top of machines if needed.

• Occasionally required to climb, balance, and kneel.

Experience/Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Must be able to read, write and do basic math.

• Computer knowledge or data entry skills are a necessary part of the job.

Other Requirements:

• Overtime is required on occasion.

• All accidents must be reported immediately.

• Perform any other duties as assigned.

• Must be trained in Lockout / Tagout.

• Safety equipment must be worn as required.

• Report to management any quality, safety, or potential problems encountered while performing the job.

• Responsible for quality and safety of his/her own output.