Machine Fixer Job Description:

Sets up, and adjusts yarn-manufacturing and processing machines, using charts, oral instructions, and knowledge of machine operation: Changes and adjusts gears, pulleys, rollers, thermal units, false-twist spindles, and guides according to type of sliver or yarn processed, type of wind, draft, or number of twists per inch, using handtools. Verifies adjustments, using gauges and instruments, such as voltage and calibrating machines, tensiometer, tachometer, and densimeter. Patrols work area to detect operating defects. Inspects machine to determine cause of faulty operation, utilizing report on defects, and adjusts machine. Replaces worn and broken parts, such as spindles, rollers, guides, gears, pulleys, tape, and belts, using handtools. Lubricates moving parts and wearing surfaces, using oilcan and grease gun. Cleans machines, using airhose, cleaning solution, and rags. May overhaul machines and plumb spindles, following plant schedule. May erect new machines [Millwright (any industry) 638.281-018]. May be designated according to machines maintained as Card Fixer (textile); Comber Fixer (textile); Garnett Fixer (tex. prod., nec); Gill-Box Fixer (textile); Quiller-Machine Fixer (textile); Spinning-Frame Fixer (textile). May be designated: Tufting-Machine Fixer (carpet & rug); Twisting-Frame Fixer (textile); Winder Fixer (textile); Yarn-Texturing Machine Fixer (textile).