Trainee, Cover Cutter - Southern Motion Plant 1

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Cut fabric cover in accordance to required production and quality standards. 
• Fabric varies from cloth, leather or bonded leather.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Spreading

• Must learn to read and understand daily production schedule in order to accurately produce daily requirements.
• Learn cover numbers to identify different covers and colors for respective styles to be cut.
• Retrieve roll(s) of cover, duon, logo or muslin material, cut pattern, work order and cutting schedule to prepare and begin spreading process.
• Check tyvek pattern to verify style and pattern number to the production cut order.
• For orders which require multiple rolls of the same color cover, each roll must be examined to ensure exact color likeness (shading).
• Make certain that marked off lines which reflect pattern length are not exceeded.
• Spread fabric so that a straight edge is kept on one side.
• Remove all flaws from fabric during the process.
• The last layer applied will be the black marking paper.
• Properly align pattern on top of the marking paper.
• Apply dusting powder to identify parts, cut lines and notches.
• Tag unused roll of fabric with accurate yardage for future use.
• Write style number on the marking paper of each completed order.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• Self-monitor production throughout the day to maintain required level of production.
• Communicates with supervisor and lead person as needed on questions or problems that occur while performing job. 
• Maintain clean and organized work station.
• Assist others when necessary.

Cutting

• Must learn to read and understand daily production schedule in order to accurately produce daily requirements.
• Learn cover numbers to identify different covers and colors for respective styles to be cut.
• Begin by checking the style number recorded on the marking paper.
• Check and verify that the marking paper is correctly positioned on the spread cover.
• Staple marking paper to spread.
• Use marking chalk to help identify notches.
• Don metal protective glove.  Always, with no exception, wear metal protective glove on not-cutting hand.
• Using electric knife, accurately cut lines and notches.
• Accurately punch holes in duon.
• Make tie off strings for bundling and sewing.

Bundling

• Must learn to read and understand daily production schedule in order to accurately produce daily requirements.
• Learn style, cover and parts numbers to identify different covers and colors for respective styles/parts.
• Obtain like parts within a work order and bundle together.
• Use label gun to identify all parts.
• Place identification label on card/tag.
• Place ticket with the work order number on the bundle.
• Place the bundled cut parts in the rack for the sewing department. 
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• Self-monitor production throughout the day to maintain required level of production.
• Communicates with supervisor and lead person as needed on questions or problems that occur while performing job. 
• Maintain clean and organized work station.
• Assist others when necessary.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITES

• Who is responsible for your safety?  “YOU ARE!”
• Immediately report any work related injury or illness.
• Keep the work area neat and free of hazards.  THE USE OF COMPRESSED AIR WITHOUT PROPER SAFETY NOZZLE IS PROHIBITED FOR CLEAN-UP.
• Wear required personal protective equipment at all times.
• Always ensure proper lifting techniques: avoid bending and twisting at the waist whenever possible.
• Inspect hand tools and protective equipment before use.
• Learn the hazards of the equipment and procedures used on the job.
• Report any defective, malfunctioning machine, tool or protective equipment immediately.
• Participate in safety training and safety meetings.
• Report any hazards or risks related to policies or procedures.

EDUCATION AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Basic reading and writing skills required.
• Ability to read, understand and communicate the English language.
• Must be able to correctly identify colors.

SAFETY

• Personal Protection Equipment should be worn at all times within the department as well as throughout the plant where designated. 
• Safety is enforced each day to prevent any accidents.