A Braider Machine Operator is responsible for operating a variety of different types of braiding machines. In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

Perform quality work in a safe manner within a production standard either with or without direct supervision.Interact professionally with coworkers.Work effectively within a functional group.Work independently while understanding the necessity for effective communication (5+1) and coordinating work efforts with other employees and departments.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Machine Operation:

Moving from station to station operating various windersOperating coating machinesPrepping and packing product for shipment

Quality:

Education / Experience

Skills / Specialized Knowledge / Abilities

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working Hours / Environment

Work hours are 40 hours per week – 2nd shift or 3rd shift, possibly one weekend dayWork is performed in a manufacturing environment (Hearing protection is required).

Tools and Equipment

Physical and Mental Demands

Lifting requirements of 50 lbs. occasionally. The ability to stand and walk on concrete for an entire shift.The ability to work with hands and arms above shoulder height.The ability to bend or squat occasionally.The ability to perform highly repetitive motions with hands and wrist.

BENEFITS

Shift Differentials:

Additional $2/hour for 2nd or 3rd shiftAdditional $1/hour for working each weekend day

Training Completion Bonus:

$1.25/hour increase after training certification

Health & Wellness:

Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance plansCompany-funded Life InsuranceOn-site Clinic for employee care

Retirement:

401(k) retirement savings plan

Time Off:

9 paid holidays annually2 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) after training

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

SUPERVISOR: Department Manager

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required. This job description should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or work conditions associated with the job. Furthermore, the employer reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Atkins & Pearce is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We encourage all people to apply regardless of age, gender, gender expression or criminal conviction history.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atkins & Pearce makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.