Job Description:

• 1) Replaces worn fiber, felt, leather, cork, or asbestos linings on shuttle box and shuttle binder: Removes lining by cutting lining with knife and punching out rivets, using hammer and punch.

• 2) Smooths surface to be recovered, using file and sandpaper.

• 3) Punches or drills holes in lining to match those in binder or box front, using hand punch or electric drill.

• 4) Brushes glue on lining and rivets or screws lining to binder or box front, using riveting machine or screwdriver.

• 5) Places binders and box fronts in vise or clamps to dry.

• 6) Removes vise or clamps after glue has dried and trims and smooths lining, using knife and sandpaper.

• 7) May replace linings on other loom parts, such as clutch plates and brake bands.