Machine Operator

Job Overview:

We are seeking a diligent and skilled Machine Operator to manage and maintain our computerized circular knitting machines. The ideal candidate will ensure high-quality production standards, troubleshoot machine issues, and coordinate with team members to meet production targets. This role is perfect for fresh graduates who are mechanically inclined and eager to learn on the job.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and manage all knitting machines safely and efficiently, ensuring products meet quality standards and handling production-related adjustments (size, style changes, etc.).
  

• Collaborate with Quality Control (QC) to address machines/products not meeting quality expectations; maintain or exceed the company's quality benchmarks on the knitting floor.
  

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain computerized circular knitting machines to consistently produce high-quality products, utilizing appropriate yarns and raw materials for achieving design objectives.
  

• Oversee the feeding of raw materials into machines, replace consumable spares, and coordinate production schedules for timely order delivery.
  

• Prepare daily production and attendance reports, manage a team of attendants, and ensure adherence to safety protocols; provide training for new team members with QC HOD.
  

• Update management and engineers on machine status, switch and load machine programs, and address knitting faults for improved product quality.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent, with strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting, and repair skills.
  

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and multitasking abilities; strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  

• Experience with circular knitting and hosiery development is a plus (training provided); capable of leading a team with a positive attitude.
  

• Physical ability to stand for 8-10 hours, lift heavy parts, and operate machinery; must handle bending, stooping, and reaching tasks.
  

• Essential attendance, ability to read and write English, and work in a medium to low noise environment.
  

Skills:

• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  

• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.
  

• Knowledge of current digital marketing trends and tools.