Job Description

Description

Sigvaris is currently looking for a Knitting Machine Technician I to join our team in Peachtree City, GA.  As a leading compression solution provider, we are not just a company that manufactures products.  We are a global team on a mission to help people feel their best.  The Knitting Machine Technician I is responsible for the general repair of hosiery knitting machines to ensure first quality products are produced to company specifications.

SHIFT:

     • Monday to Thursday

     • 1st: 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.

PAY PLUS BONUS:

     • $22.75 per hour.  Automatic $0.50 increase every six months during the first year of employment.

     • Opportunity to earn $100 Attendance Bonus payments per quarter. *

*Subject to Company's Attendance Policy.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

     • Performs required/needed maintenance to knitting machines to ensure machines are operating in good working order.

     • Addresses machine stops to keep machines operating efficiently.

     • Performs preventive maintenance as outlined in weekly PM sheets.

     • Follows proper procedures to ensure product is knit to specifications.

     • Responsible for setup/sizing of different styles/series on machines and ensure proper sizing to spec before release to production.

     • Supports the SIGVARIS quality system and quality policy by following work instructions, procedures and the accurate fulfillment of required forms to meet all internal and external requirements.

     • Assists the other teams on shift by helping when resources are needed.

     • Assists with the training of new personnel in the department.

     • Works toward meeting the production and quality goals as set by management.

     • Assists the knitter with yarn tickets, creeling, inspection and paperwork.

     • Performs miscellaneous tasks and jobs as directed by the Supervisor/Shift Lead.

     • Utilizes shift reports to address known stop issues of machines and the pro-active approach of addressing them.

     • Fosters positive morale among staff, by promotion of open communication with all departments, to help create and maintain an innovative and cooperative staff relationship and environment.

          o Interacts with external and internal customers in a timely manner conducive to continued positive relationships.

          o Displays patience, courtesy and tact; demonstrates flexibility, enthusiasm and willingness to cooperate while working with others or in place of others as necessary.

     • Demonstrates effective communication methods.

          o Supervisor and/or appropriate management staff are kept informed of developments affecting their functions.

          o Responds quickly to all oral and written communications.

          o Maintains and encourages an open line of communication with both internal and external customers.

          o Accurately and legibly presents written data to affected internal/external customer.

     • Follows established company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with SIGVARIS policies, industry standards, ISO 13485 standards, 6S and Lean Manufacturing, and Federal, State and local laws.

     • Assists with the implementation of Lean/Kaizen initiatives or events in the department.

     • Follows all work instructions, creates and maintains accurate records to meet all internal and external requirements to support the SIGVARIS Quality System and Quality Policy.

     • Accurately performs any other duties and responsibilities as assigned to ensure an efficient workflow.

Requirements

EDUCATION and WORK EXPERIENCE:

     • A high school diploma or equivalent/GED.

     • Must have some technical experience working in a manufacturing environment.

     • Circular Knitting machine experience is a plus!

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This job operates in a manufacturing environment.

     • Regularly required to stand and walk from machine to machine for long periods of time.

     • Ability to walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear, bend, lift or climb.

     • Occasionally required to lift light weights (less than 25 pounds).

     • Finger dexterity and hand coordination required.

     • Specific vision abilities required for this job include: close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust or focus.

What We Offer You:

     • Competitive salary

     • Medical (Core Plan and High Deductible Plan)

     • Health Spending Account (applies to High Deductible Plan)

     • Flexible Spending Account

     • Dental Plan

     • FREE Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability

     • Voluntary benefits include vision, term life insurance, accident, cancer and hospital confinement     

     • 401(k) with Company match (dollar for dollar 100% up to the first 5% of employee contributions to the plan)

     • Paid Time Off

     • 10 Paid Holidays Per Year

     • Employee Assistance Program

Successful completion of background check, verifiable employment, and drug test will be required in advance of hire.

Sigvaris is an EOE.