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Textile Production Operator - Fishline

Atkins & Pearce

Atkins & Pearce

Covington, KY, USA
Posted on Jun 4, 2025

JOB EMPHASIS AND PURPOSE

A Fishline Production 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:

  • Fishline Production Operators are tasked with the following:
    • Replacing input material on the braider machine.
  • Reel pulling

Quality:

  • The inspection of all material being placed on a machine during its set up as well as the inspection of the braided material as it braids onto the reel. Ensure quality standards meet material specifications.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Experience

  • High school diploma or GED

Skills / Specialized Knowledge / Abilities

  • Attention to detail and accuracy in all work.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working Hours / Environment

  • Work hours are 40 hours per week – days and times vary per shift; may require additional hours periodically, including evenings and weekends, depending on company needs.
  • Work is performed in a manufacturing environment (Hearing protection is required).

Tools and Equipment

  • The use of a pair of scissors is required to perform this job. Appropriate PPE will be assigned as required. This includes the wearing of either a hat or hairnet as well as hearing protection.

Physical and Mental Demands

  • Lifting requirements of 10-25 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.

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

INCUMBENT:

SUPERVISOR: Tensile Production Manager

SUPERVISES: N/A

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.