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Basic Description of Position
The function of the Loom Mechanic is to repair and maintain all looms in weaving process on his/her assigned shift.
Essential Responsibilities
- Respond to maintenance board to repair flagged looms.
- Troubleshoot and determine cause of problem and repair. Communicate with Weaver as needed.
- After repair, start loom to check for correct operation and log time completed on maintenance board.
- Perform scheduled and preventive maintenance on all assigned looms.
- Handle lubrication of all looms as scheduled.
- Oversee and assist with style changing of looms. Make necessary adjustments as well as changing gears if necessary.
- Communicate with on-coming mechanic on machines in process of repair.
- Assist in keeping inventory on parts and helping to order needed parts.
- Required to work safely at all times using all required PPE, following lockout/tagout LOTO procedures in accordance with plant/company policy
- Maintain housekeeping around assigned work area.
- Work overtime as needed including holidays, weekends, nights, plant shutdowns and after hour call-ins
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervision
Non-Essential Responsibilities
- Maintain professional and unbiased attitude
- Must be willing to work off-shift when necessary
Physical Requirements
- Must have good communication and written skills
- Must be organized and self-directed to proactively identify and address issues
- Must be able to bend down, stretch, walk long distances, climb stairs and steps
- Must be able to stand for extended periods on hard surfaces such as concrete and lift heavy objects (weighing more than 40 pounds).
Tools, Equipment, & Material Requirements
- Computer
- Lift truck, splicer, scissors Hand tools, conductivity meter, welders, torches, drills, band saw, hand tools, presses, grinders, blade grinder, Kevlar gloves when using knives
- PPE (Safety Glasses, Earplugs, Safety Shoes, etc.)
Safety & Security Requirements
- Should always set an example of safe work practices
- Lockout Tag and Lock when performing electrical duties
- Awareness of job hazards in the manufacturing environment
Education, Experience & Other Training
- Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent
- Previous loom or industrial maintenance experience preferred
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