Cloth Doffer - TenCate Protective Fabrics : Job Details

Essential FunctionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Doffs all looms that are standing at shift change and will doff looms that are completed during shift.

Walks the loom floor and writes down all of the looms that are going to doff during the shift. This should be done with consideration given to the time the roll will doff. An Approximation of 10 yards per hour can be used to determine the tie of doff.

Periodically checks weave room for yellow lights. Also, checks Porini for doffer calls.

Before doffing a roll, the doffer will verify that the yardage is correct and will then reset the clock.

Once the roll is doffed, the doffer will start the loom and enter the end doffing downtime on Porini.

Removes doff sheet from looms to make roll identification tickets.

Takes head ends to the greige lab for every doff of specified styles of fabric. Heads ends should also be taken to greige lab at every warp out for all styles.

If the fabric roll that has been doffed requires inspection, the doffer will take the roll to inspection and put it on the inspection table.

If the fabric does not require inspection, the doffer will take the roll to the doffing station, weigh roll, and input the roll information into the JOMAR system and will print two roll identification tickets.

The doffer will then place one identification ticket label on the second layer of fabric on ID side, wrap and tape the roll, then attach the second identification ticket to the outside of the wrapped roll on the ID side of the roll. The doffer will then place the roll on a pallet designated for shipping.

Doffer may also fill in for loom cleaner.

Performs other duties assigned by management.

Works safely to prevent on the job injuries by wearing proper safety equipment and abiding by company safety rules.

Competencies1. Attention to detail2. Effective Communication3. Prioritization skills4. Teamwork5. Self-Motivated6. Technical SkillsSupervisory ResponsibilityThis position has no supervisory responsibilities.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a manufacturing environment. The candidate is frequently exposed to noise, dust and various chemicals, and moving mechanical parts requiring the use of appropriate personal protective equipment including safety glasses, hearing protection and steel toe shoes.Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the candidate is regularly required to talk, walk, stand (for extended periods of time), and hear. This candidate must be able to operate hand tools to cut tubing. This candidate will be required to reach out and overhead with hands and arms, bend and stoop, kneel to floor frequently, lift up to 50 lbs, and push/pull with entire body weights 200 to 550 lbs (with doff truck) distances up to 325 ft on a frequent basis. The candidate must be able to distinguish the difference in the color of cones. The candidate must have 20/20 vision or corrected 20/20 vision. Position Type and Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM. Weekend and overtime may be required as job duties demand.TravelThis position requires little to no travel.Required Education and Experience

High School Diploma, GED, or High School Equivalency Certificate preferred.

Must be able to operate a pole truck (PIT) and doff truck. Certification to operate these units will be required.

AAP/EEO StatementTenCate Protective Fabrics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, selection, hiring, training, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and demotion.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the associate for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)