Denim Cutter
Summary
Operates cutting machines to roll, cut, fold, and repair denim fabric for furniture manufacturing in a textile plant.
Position Summary
Position is responsible for all steps in the denim cutting process, including rolling, cutting, folding and repairing the fabric.
Position Details
- Roll out, cut label and fold denim, fiber, girdle, and softique
- Cut all repair denims and softique that are needed
- Use schedule summary to determine what is needed for schedules. Finish each schedule before starting on the next one to keep the work flowing into the cutters and sewers.
- Fold and store denims in proper bins
- Take denim bundle and match it with the correct cover on the buggy and cover. Stage for leather cutters
- Keep an adequate inventory of all needed supplies and report to leader when supplies are needed or low
- Work with maintenance on knife repair
- Report defective or shaded goods to supervisor
- Do not make adjustments to patterns. Adjustments should be done by Product Development only.
- Responsible for keeping work area neat and orderly.
- Work safely at all times and wear all required personal protective equipment. Be sure to use lock out/tag out procedures before beginning set ups or machine adjustments.
- Report any unsafe conditions or practices to the supervisor or lead person
- Carry out any additional duties as assigned to you by the supervisor or lead person