Hosebuilder 2 (Days)

Hosebuilder 2 Revision Date: July 1, 2023

Job Code: 9052MC Job Grade: 05

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

This position is responsible for the operation of equipment to produce rubber hose. Positions include: 2-spiral and 4-spiral cover operators, mandrel and wash cover operator, 4-spiral and 2-spiral tube operators, mandrel and wash tube operators, and EZ Form operators.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Set up, operate, and monitor extruders and braider decks to produce rubber tube and cover and make adjustments to correct for speed and temperature
2. Load bobbins of yarn on braider decks and balance for operation
3. Operate braiders decks to wrap yarn over the tube to reinforce the hose
4. Utilize computer to access specifications, enter quality data and print specifications
5. Use drops, calipers, thickness gauges and OD tapes to measure product and assure conformance to specification
6. Able to foster professionalism with all associates along with internal and external customers
7. Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures in a manner that eliminates risk to health and the environment. Notify leadership of unsafe conditions or practices unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk. Report all safety and/or environmental incidents to leadership immediately.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/ NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Participate in peer-based teams (i.e., Natural High Performance Teams), and work with groups to initiate and implement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5-S.
2. Participate on project teams, star point teams and kaizen events when needed.
3. Attend and participate in all training opportunities required to develop in the role

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/ SCOPE:

• Report directly to Value Stream Team Leader
• Work closely with other departments to resolve issues with the processes & equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The employee may be subject to:

• High noise levels from operating machines and equipment
• Physical hazards from operating machines and moving reels
• Exposure to nuisance fumes

1. Work in areas where safety equipment will be required (steel toe shoes, eye protection, hearing protection, high visibility clothing)
2. Standing is required for extended periods of time. Walking, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, turning, twisting, squatting, and lifting is performed on a regular basis
3. Requires high degree of manual dexterity, which could be performed under restrictive conditions
4. Requires flexible hours and short notice for overtime

The employee may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Management retains discretion in determining appropriate job responsibilities based upon employee qualifications and business need.