Quilting Machine Operative

Main purposes of job:

As a Quilting Machine Operator you will be responsible for running quilting machine effectively to achieving daily production targets and meeting company standards for quality

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Hitting production targets each day for volumes through the quilting machines
• Ensuing company standards for quality are met for all materials processed through the machines
• To perform machine set up for each production run, selecting programmes and conducting needle changes.
• To ensure the machine is effectively supplied with material to optimise each production run.
• To perform basic machine repairs such as replacing needles and threads, thread tensioning, rethreading and adjusting timing.
• Keeping equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs
• Maintaining a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Documenting actions by completing production and quality forms

Further Information:

• 1.5x overtime for hours worked over 38 hours per week
• Target driven bonus
• Contract type – 3 months temp to perm contract
• Working Hours – 38 hours per week
• Monday to Thursday – 7am to 4pm
• Friday – 7am to 11am (overtime normally allocated after standard hours Friday)
• Paid 10 minute morning and afternoon break
• Unpaid 30 minute lunch break