Job Summary:

• The purpose of the Quality Checker Tufting Tech is to perform weight checks when setting up tufting machines.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Check all dye headers.
• Review all check strips for defects.
• Perform side match checks on all set-ups.
• Check graphic thread-ups with machine operators.
• Insure all tufting rolls are wrapped and labeled correctly.
• Print necessary tufting paperwork and roll tickets.
• Review check rolls with Supervisor for quality problems.
• Add footage of tufting orders.
• Check all specials for correct footage and construction.

Performance Expectations (if applicable):

• Lifting of carpet check strips weighing 20 to 50 lbs. 20% of the time is required.
• Standing is required 80% of shift for 1 to 2-hour intervals.
• Reaching is required 10% of time for carpet swatches.
• Stooping is required to pick up carpet, yarn, etc. 20% of time for intervals of 2 to 3 minutes.
• Bending is required 10 to 15% of the shift.
• Must be able to distinguish color and shade differences.
• Must be able to use scissors as warranted throughout shift.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, and kneel.

Experience/Education Requirements

• Check all dye headers.
• Review all check strips for defects.
• Perform side match checks on all set-ups.
• Check graphic thread-ups with machine operators.
• Ensure all tufting rolls are wrapped and labeled correctly.
• Print necessary tufting paperwork and roll tickets.
• Review check rolls with Supervisor for quality problems.
• Add footage of tufting orders.
• Check all specials for correct footage and construction

Other Requirements:

• Overtime is required on occasion.
• All accidents must be reported immediately.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• Safety equipment must be worn as required.
• Report to management any quality, safety, or potential problems encountered while performing the job.
• Responsible for quality, safety, and housekeeping of his/her own output.