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Position Title:
Mender- Inspector Table
Job Function (Compensation Only):
Modified By:
Human Resources
Job Level (Compensation Only):
Modified Date:
03/01/2023
Business Unit:
Hillsville, VA
Department:
Quality Control 6370405064
Primary Objective: In broad terms, briefly state the major purpose of primary objective of this position.
Under the direction of the Industrial Engineer, inspects fabric for defects marked in previous inspection and determines whether corrections can be made to restore fabric to standard quality. Classifies fabric that cannot be restored to first quality as backing waste and notifies manager. Must be able to perform all the duties of the Weaver, Material Coordinator, and Lead Shipping as needed. Will perform other duties as assigned by management.
Major Function and Scope: Using brief narrative statements, describe each major function of responsibility explaining the scope of the function as appropriate.
- Obtain an identified defective roll of fabric, placing it on the loading table using a powered industrial truck.
- Operates powered industrial truck and follows all rules and procedures.
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- Change propane tank on powered industrial equipment, when needed.
- Before using powered industrial truck complete “Pre-Shift Industrial Truck Inspections”, turn checklist in to supervisor office.
- Performs fabric inspection based on documented acceptance criteria.
- Observes fabric for defects such as broken picks, slubs, stripbacks, untucked selvages, etc. and repairs mendable defects.
- Alerts the shift Supervisor/Department Manager and manufacturing of any quality problems observed during inspection of rolls being ticketed or inspected.
- Thread and use sewing machine and change needle in sewing machine.
- Other required procedures: count picks per inch, measure width of fabric, and starting machine.
- Records vital information on all rolls sent to the inspection table to enable follow-up.
- Makes a 6th quality ticket and after determining fabric quality, records and makes a finished ticket using correct procedure.
- After completing inspection, using a powered industrial truck transports roll of fabric from the inspection table to the strapping table.
- Remove excess tails using clippers and attach a finished ticket to the end disc. The end disc is placed on the core and secured with a wire tie.
- Distributes appropriate forms/papers.
- Performs roll out checks on fabric.
- Performs audits on looms and walk looms looking for defects as required.
- Completes fabric audit report.
- Performs yardage check audits on looms.
- General Duties
- Participate in Safety programs and Neighborhood Watch.
- Works safely and orderly.
- Notify supervision of any hazardous or unsafe conditions.
- Maintains clean and orderly work area.
- Perform all necessary miscellaneous work pertaining to the above job duties.
- Any other duties assigned by management.
Type of Experience and Knowledge:
Knowledge, Experience, Competencies and Supervision: Describe the education, knowledge required, years of experience, specific skills and abilities required to do the job on a fully competent basis.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE PREREQUISITES:
Mandatory – Must be able to read and write in manner indicated on job application. Three years of weaving experience.
Preferred – Five years of weaving experience, experience operating a powered industrial truck, basic computer skills to complete data entry tasks.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to work assigned schedule. Ability to learn job specific computer skills. Must have ability to obtain a powered industrial equipment license. Ability to operate QA Table. Ability to legibly fill out forms/check sheets. Ability to accurately, honestly and consistently apply audit procedures.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Reports to Industrial Engineer but works with minimum amount of supervision.
DIRECTION EXERCISED:
Limited to personal activities required to perform duties of job.
Competencies: Describe the specific skills required for this position in terms of technical, managerial, interpersonal skills and unique abilities.
- Must maintain high standards for work quality and safety.
- Must be a self-starter and be able to move from one task to another without direction.
- Must be able to work independently and continue working without interrupting others.
- Basic computer knowledge to enter data.
- Ability to check and re-check the work of others considering accuracy, standards and learned best practices.
- Ability to safely operate weaving machines, including starting and stopping the machine, threading yarn breaks, tying knots, and general maintenance.
- Excellent documentation and recordkeeping skills are required.
Associates Supervised: Indicate the numbers of associates that report to this position (only complete for exempt supervisory/managerial positions).
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Other Pertinent Job Information: (Such as: American with Disabilities Act- ADA requirements for certain hourly positions).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Frequency – Amount – Description)
STANDING / WALKING:
Ability to stand or walk continuously during an eight (8) to twelve (12) hour shift.
SITTING:
Ability to sit on powered industrial equipment one (1) hour in an eight (8) to twelve (12) hour shift.
MOVING SELF:
Ability to move on and around QA Table throughout an eight (8) to twelve (12) hour shift.
CLIMBING:
Ability to step on/off powered industrial equipment. Ability to step up onto the QA Table catwalk and climb on/off loading table.
MOVING (MATERIALS): (Lifting – carrying – pushing – pulling)
Pushing/pulling: Push rolls of fabric. Pull and maneuver fabric ends. Ability to push on a core miter saw and reciprocating saw. Push not pull any moveable type of equipment. Get help when needed.
Lifting/carrying: Ability to lift/carry a thirteen (13) foot take-up core from loading table to doffing table several times during an eight (8) to twelve (12) hour shift. Lift up to fifty (50) pounds without mechanical assistance. Get help when needed.
HEARING / SPEAKING:
Must be able to communicate with co-workers and management as needed to perform job.
REACHING:
Vertical- Ability to reach full arm extension to perform job duties.
Horizontal- Ability to reach full arm extension to perform job duties.
VISUAL ACUITY:
Must have adequate normal, color vision and depth perception to perform job duties. Ability to utilize both far and near vision while performing job duties. Ability to recognize defects. Must be able to inspect fabric visually with tolerance for looking at moving objects for up to twelve (12) hours per shift.
BENDING / STOOPING:
Ability to bend, stoop, squat or kneel as needed during an eight (8) to twelve (12) hour shift to perform job duties.
MENTAL ABILITIES:
Ability to read and write. Ability to make decisions regarding work priorities. Ability to enter and retrieve data in computer system, operate printer. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. Ability to perform measurements using ruler or tape measure. Ability to recognize quality defects and grade the quality of fabric.
OTHER:
Fingering - Ability to demonstrate good tactile discrimination and functional sensation.
Fine motor coordination - Ability to use tools to scrape fabric. Writing, attaching tickets and papers, finding yarn ends to tape roll. Ability to use computer keyboard, pen/pencil, notebooks, and tying knots. Pushing buttons, mending fabric, and powered industrial truck controls.
Medium motor coordination - Ability to use upper extremities for a variety of medium motor tasks throughout the day, predominantly with a horizontal reach.
Grip - Ability to utilize both a one handed and two-handed grip.
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
Must wear safety glasses with permanent side shields and hearing protection always when on the production floor. Must adhere to plant clothing and footwear policy. Wear personal protective equipment as required by task at hand.
MACHINE, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT:
Computer keyboard and printer, sewing machine, wire tie, wire tie twister, six-inch ruler, mending comb, clippers, stapler, sewing machine needles, QA Table, reciprocating saw, wrenches, pliers, core saw, soldering gun, spray gun and powered industrial truck.
MATERIALS USED:
Forms and tickets, end disc, tape printer ribbon, pen/pencil, and wire ties
Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of the work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
This job description supersedes all previous job descriptions for this position.
Approvals (as appropriate):
Industrial Engineer Date H. R. Manager Date
Plant Manager Date MPACT Coordinator Date
I have read and understand the Inspector-QA Table Job Description and will work safely while performing job duties.
Print Employee Name Employee Signature Date
Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.
Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don’t Work participant.