BEAMER OPERATOR

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Beamer Operator (M2517)

Human Resources

03/25/2023

Hillsville, VA

Beaming 6370352564

Primary Objective:  In broad terms, briefly state the major purpose of primary objective of this position.

Operates Beamer running tricot-sized beams onto a single loom beam in accordance with standard operating procedures.  Will perform other related duties assigned by management.

Major Function and Scope: Using brief narrative statements, describe each major function of responsibility explaining the scope of the function as appropriate.

Operates beamer and observes yarn to detect breaks and tangles. Repair broken ends, when needed. Ensures proper alignment and speed of beamer. Adheres to quality standards. Completes various check sheets and paperwork. Operates powered industrial equipment.

Replace empty propane tank on powered industrial truck when necessary.

Sets tricots behind beamer using powered industrial truck.  Unload/load tricots using overhead crane. Ties in tricots.

Pulls tricot ends to tie-in rack. Rack and tie tricot ends using knotter machine. Run knots onto loom beam. Check for doubles at tie in. Blow comb out at each tie-in.

Doff full loom beam and replace with empty loom beam.

Inspect all loom beams before loading and fill out checklist.

Check barrel in journal for cracks. Check lube every 2,000 yards. Uses computer to issues tricots to beamer and create beam tickets for each beam doffed. Cuts waste from beam, if necessary. Operates warp truck.

Changes warp truck battery, when needed.

Wears required personal protective equipment for task at hand.

Gloves must be worn when handling beams or tricots.

Beamer must be stopped before operator enters creel behind tricot.

Operator may work inside creel only when the beamer speed is slow or creep. Operators may not sit on motor covers in creel. When an operator is in the creel, the other operator must be stationed at controls in creel section unless multiple ends are out on various tricots.  When this occurs, the supervisor or lead person will have someone to assist at the controls.  One operator procedure is to stay out of creel and allow end to come up and hit eye board then stop top the beamer to repair the end.

Operators may enter the catwalk only when the beamer is in slow, creep, or stop mode. All chains are to be hooked when beamer is in operation.

Do not reach over the chains in the beaming area.

Use UHMW stick to smooth and straighten out ends coming off the tricots or running onto the loom beam while the Beamer is running. Remove/insert press roll (2-person job).  Replace end caps if it can be done safely, if not call maintenance. General Duties

Participate in Safety programs and Neighborhood Watch. Works safely and orderly. Notify supervision of any hazardous or unsafe conditions. Maintains clean and orderly work area. Perform all necessary miscellaneous work pertaining to the above job duties. Any other duties assigned by management.

Attend any job-related training deemed necessary by supervision Follow all established standard operating procedures Perform general housekeeping duties as necessary Perform other tasks assigned by management Operates the pull off Machine safely and follows procedures.

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