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.