Knitting Machine Operator (Knitter)
3/20/2026
The operator is responsible for effectively and efficiently running assigned knitting machines, which includes patrolling, monitoring production, inspecting fabric quality, and flagging mechanical issues. Key duties also involve repairing operational defects, ensuring proper yarn tension and alignment, and accurately recording all defects and stops on production paperwork.
Working Hours
40 hours/week
Language
English
Visa Sponsorship
No
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Description
Operate an assigned set of knitting machines effectively and efficiently. Patrol machines, monitoring production, inspecting fabric, repairing defects, flagging mechanical issues, completing required paperwork.
- Check rack clocks to ensure they are set correctly
- Patrol and inspect cloth for pinholes, dragging ends, streaks, dirt, oil etc
- Repair all operational defects
- Ensure warps are tight
- Keep yarn straight in sley points and avoid running ends over sley point wire
- Keep selvages in selvage spreaders, where appropriate
- Record all defects and stops on production paperwork
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; or
- 3 months to 1 year related experience and/or training; or
- Equivalent to both
- Read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating procedures and instructions
- Ability to remain in a standing stationary position occasionally, moving around the work area constantly
- Using hands/fingers to operate equipment and inspect fabric frequently
- Ability to transport work-related files and materials weighing up to 5 pounds across the work area
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