Job Title
Plant WF | Dyeing Line Lead | Shift 6Position Overview
POSITION OBJECTIVE: Assist the Supervisor in the daily operation of the shift, with an emphasis on training and quality improvement. Maintain a working knowledge of all print line jobs as may be required to relieve, replace, or assist operating personnel for scheduled breaks, lunch periods, absences, or unscheduled downtime.
I. Essential Duties:
Ensure all jobs on the line are performed correctly. This includes but is not limited to sew-on, Chromo Jet, Canvas Printer, steamers, KFA, dryer, inspection and roll-up equipment and lift truck duties
Inspect printed rolls, perform quality checks and maintain required reports and perform required computer data entry/close-outs
Assist with on-the-job training with all new line employees
Provide directions/instructions/guidance/ to all line personnel
Assist with shade matching on carpet by visual inspection
Assist with dye adjustment decisions when needed
Provide the printer operator with information concerning upcoming runs and strikes.
In order, assign runs and strikes to be dyed.
When appropriate, determine the length of leader material needed between each run or strikes.
Keep a copy of the schedule order in the office for dyeing production verification.
Assist in monitoring operations to ensure a quality product is being produced
Fill in for supervisor when needed, however, disciplinary action will be handled by department manager
Assist in keeping work areas in a clean, orderly manner
II. Non-Essential Duites:
Perform weekend cleanup and startup functions.
Housekeeping
Report safety and quality risks and incidents immediately.
Must be knowledgeable and up to date on job procedures and safety requirements.
III. Physical Requirements:
Frequently required to reach, handle, stand, walk, speak, hear, look at a computer screen, and look at reports
Occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and balance
Must be able to lift 55 lbs occasionally
Must be able to climb steps occasionally
Must be able to go inside dryer, main steamer, post steamer for cleanups, machine problems or changeovers as necessary
Close vision is required
Must be able to work 12 hour shifts either day or night, weekdays or weekends as scheduled
Must be able to work in temperatures that range from 50 degrees to 100 degrees.
Must be able to climb ladders, use air/water hoses, pick up garbage bags, work in wet and dusty environment and work in confined spaces.
IV. Other Requirements:
Must be able to operate a computer
Must be able to pass the Munsell Color Test
Analytical and problem solving abilities
Basic reading and math skills required
Leadership abilities for motivating employees
Must be able handle stress, and stay focused
Manual dexterity
Communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
Ability to deal with problems involving variables in situations that may arise on the dye line.
Work in normal industrial environment with inherent background noise, dirt, humidity, and temperature variations
Must be able to perform any job on the dye range
The employee works near moving mechanical parts and in precarious places
The employee routinely handles dyes and chemicals
V. Training Requirements:
Computer training
Must complete all OSHA, SAFE and Plant Specific Safety Training.
Must pass all job specific training tasks and tests.
Attend and pass additional training classes as needed.
Must complete all Ethics modules assigned by Corporate.
Must understand the operation of the Tufting and Finishing departments and how these processes relate to carpet manufacturing.
VI. Tools, Equipment & Material Requirements:
Plant WF approved safety glasses and hearing protection
Any other PPE listed on JHA
Utility knife, Trim Knives, Cross cut knife
Computer and scanner
J-box Controls
Pallet truck and/or Drum hand truck
Lift Truck and/or Scissor Lift
Sewing Machine
Chromojet & Canvas controls
Scissors
Dryer controls
Video cameras
Radio
Cleaning equipment
Custom tools
PH meter
VII. Safety & Security Requirements:
This job has the responsibility and authority to report to management any quality and safety problems, and potential problems, that are encountered while performing the job
This position has the responsibility of the quality and safety of the employees in his/her department
Abide by and enforce plant safety rules and regulations.
Know evacuation routes, locations of storm shelters, and gathering places.
Must comply with all required OSHA, SAFE, and Plant specific safety rules and regulations.
Refer to General Plant Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
Refer to Specific Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) for this job.
Refer to Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Certifications / Licenses:
Must hold a valid fork lift license
Work Shift
12 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AMShaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.