Job Description:

• 1) Operates machine to tuft flowered design on articles: Places yarn packages on spindles and draws ends through machine guides, tensions, and needle eyes.

• 2) Presses knee lever to raise hoop-shaped presser foot, positions material on movable portion of machine bed, and lowers presser foot to hold material taut.

• 3) Starts machine and turns machine bed to rotate material beneath needles that automatically tuft flower design on material.

• 4) Observes tufting to detect defects, such as broken yarn and needles.

• 5) Rethreads machine or replaces damaged needles.