Loom Operator

Role/Designation          :   Loom Operator

Department                   :   OWI Weaving

Reporting to                  :   Loom Master

Job Summary                :

Loom Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring looms to produce high-quality webbings.

Core work:

1. Loom Operation: Operate their assigned looms.
2. Quality Monitoring: Monitor quality of webbing produced on looms.
3. Documentation: Record and Maintain Production logbook & breakdown register with required necessary detail.

Responsibilities/ Functions:

CREEL & LOOM SET UP:

• Always refer to the weaving SOP’s & loom card in setting up of creel & loom for specific article.
• Carrying out all the activities below as per loom card.
• Threading
• Knotting
• Leasing
• Denting for back & middle reed
• Carrying out drawing and front reed denting on loom as per the loom card.

LOOM OPERATION:

• Ensuring that the Loom runs smoothly with minimal stops, to maximize loom efficiency and productivity.
• Reporting major mechanical issues and all electrical issues to loom master/shift supervisor for prompt resolution.

QUALITY

• Working on the loom with attention to the quality of the product
• Monitoring loom performance and webbing production process to ensure the quality of the webbings being produced.
• Identifying any kind of webbing defects during the production process, attending and repairing them by making necessary adjustments in loom.
• Monitoring, Measuring and recording of webbing quality parameters, such as width, curvature.
• Handling the raw materials carefully to avoid any damage to yarns.

DOCUMENTATION:

• Maintaining accurate production records, details of spares parts changed, repair time and machine downtime, and any issues encountered during the shift.

(Production logbook & Breakdown register)

• Maintaining records of In-process quality parameters of width & curvature.

SAFETY

• Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), while operating the looms.
• Ensure all safety guards and emergency stop systems are functioning.
• Ensure the work environment is clean, safe, and organized, following 5S or other relevant manufacturing standards.