Foam Machine

Summary: 
Responsible for the running of foam to ensure that the correct amount of latex is placed on rugs going through foam bar.
Essential Functions: 
  • Must be able to learn all jobs at the front of the Coater.
  • Monitors the front of the coater to insure that it runs smoothly.
  • Monitors materials going through foam bar and removes objects which contributes to seconds.
  • Reports abnormalities in the raw materials.
  • Read specification sheets.
  • Able to operate a forklift.
  • Must have good hand/eye coordination.
  • Must be able to work overtime as needed.
  • Other duties required by job and management.
Education and/or Experience: 
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Ability to perform simple mathematic calculations quickly.
Licenses/Certificates: 
  • Valid driver's license.
Physical Demands: 
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend and stoop.
  • The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and climb stairs/ladders.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70-80 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities are required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
  • The environment is heated and cooled, but is exposed to heat and cold as influenced by the seasonal temperature extremes.
  • The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.