Willie Fuller

Highly Skilled Associate

Suminoe Textiles

11.2005 - 08.2025

Dye Jet Operator
Add dyes, water, and chemicals to tanks to dilute or strengthen solutions
Notify supervisors or mechanics of equipment malfunctions
Adjust equipment controls to maintain specified heat, tension, and speed
Observe display, control panels and equipment to determine if equipment is operating correctly
Prepare dyeing machines for production runs
Conduct test runs of machines to ensure their proper operation
Chemical Operator
Preparing, repairing, and monitoring the heavy machines used to mix and process chemicals
Mix and handle chemicals, record information and observations relating to the mixing process
Troubleshoot issues with equipment, and assist in process
Dilo Operator
Ensuring all equipment is operated in accordance with company health and safety regulations
Performing regular safety checks on equipment
Ensuring sites are kept clean and safe
Trainer
Training new crew members in the safe operation of equipment
Conduct training sessions
Attending meetings and refresher courses to ensure responsible equipment operation
Quality
Documenting and reporting production and quality levels
Developing and implementing standards for inspection
Developing plans to help a company manage waste
Needle Board Operator
Sets up and adjusts looms that produce needle felt
Selects specified needle boards and bolts them to holders, using wrenches
Changes driving gears to adjust speed of automatic feed and punching mechanisms
Shader
Weigh, measure, and mix dyes so that the resulting color is accurate
Add additional color to adjust the color tones
Operate dyeing equipment and inspect the final product after it dries to ensure quality