Machine operator - textile fibre and yarn preparation

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer

Tasks

• Load and off-load machines
• Notify supervisor or mechanic of equipment malfunctions
• Operate and feed a variety of machines
• Set up, maintain and make minor repairs to machinery
• Push carts, trucks or cans of fibres from one work area to another
• Clean machines and immediate work areas
• Investigate machine stoppages
• Assist machine operators and other textile workers as required
• Examine products for defects to ensure adherence to quality standards

Type of yarn and fibre

• Wool
• Fabric blends
• Synthetic

Equipment and machinery experience

• Blender
• Carding machines
• Spinning frames
• Spooling, winding and twisting equipment
• Staple processing machines
• Finishing machines
• Pressers

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Standing for extended periods
• Ability to distinguish between colours

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Reliability

Screening questions

• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Evening

Experience

• Experience an asset

Employment terms options

• Day

Health benefits

• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance