Quality (Cloth) Inspector

JOB TITLE: Cloth Inspector

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Advanced Support Operator

REPORTS TO: Production Manager

PURPOSE: Examine cloth for any defects or abnormalities in fabric construction

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability

required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform

essential functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1) Knowledge of all general plant safety rules & absolutes.

2) Operate equipment in a safe manner

3) Meet production goals set-out by department manager

4) Follow proper policies and procedures and job specifications set out by department and location

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

1) Ability to read, write, and follow directions

2) Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions

3) Basic Math (add, subtract, multiply, divide)

4) Attention to Detail-thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task ensuring all aspects are reviewed

5) Adaptability-adapts to changes in the work environment

6) Ability to identify and classify defects

7) Ability to synch EVS maps with the inspection frame

JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

1) Knowledge of Inspector policies and procedures

2) Completing daily team maintenance (DTM) activities

3) Auditing safety items in department

4) Grading fabric

5) Identify and mark defects

6) Sew non-standard rolls together rolls together to reach standard doff length

7) Move rolls (using hoist and/or forklift), as required

8) Ending BARCO pieces and starting new pieces

MACHINES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

1) Overhead hoist

2) Safety rod

3) Tab gun

4) Sewing machine

5) Inspection frame

6) Scissors

7) Boxed end wrench

8) Calculator

9) Barco Computer System

10) Ticket Printer

11) Pens, sharpie(green)

12) Roll ID labels

13) Rolls of Fabric

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT -- Ear protection; Steel-toe safety shoes

AUTHORIZED TRAINING TIME:

12 Weeks for Certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION

Standing: 2 hours a day to sew, creel, doff rolls, retrieve tubes and complete paperwork

Sitting: 10 hours sitting to inspect fabric; 75 minutes of break time

Moving: Moving about once an hour to start a new roll.

Lifting: Lift cloth tubes and safety rod (15 lbs.) approximately 12 times daily.

Climbing: Must be able to step up approximately 5 inches to reach the walk board on Inspection Frame.

Push/Pull: Small amount of pushing to adjust rolls

Reach: Reaches approximately 3 feet to operate frame control board and to mark defects

Bending/Stooping: Some bending required to retrieve tubes from racks (10%)

Visual Acuity: Must be able to accurately read roll information (style, pattern, etc.) be able to identify defects on rolls of fabrics

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This job operates in a manufacturing facility. This position regularly works around moving mechanical parts and powered industrial vehicles. Noise level is generally loud.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.29 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Overnight shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Pendleton, SC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• This position is a rotating 1st and 3rd shift (swing schedule). Is this a schedule you are able to work?

Experience:

• Quality inspection: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $14 - $0