Job Description:

• 1) Operates machine to produce and cure latex ribbon and thread used for such items as elastic and garters: Moves drums of liquid latex and coagulant to dip trays, using hoist.

• 2) Opens petcock on drums and adjusts flow to regulate level of coagulant in trays.

• 3) Positions number of dip belts, according to gauge of finished latex ribbon or thread, over belt spindles.

• 4) Starts equipment to activate dip belts and conveyor system.

• 5) Observes belts as they float on top of latex in tray and through coagulant to verify cohesion of latex to dip belts.

• 6) Observes separation of coagulated ribbon or thread from bottom of dip belt to conveyor carrying ribbon or thread through rinsing and drying areas.

• 7) Inspects ribbon and thread for such defects as holes and dried coagulant.

• 8) Threads end of ribbon or thread through guides leading to curing drum.

• 9) Cuts, weighs, and examines samples, to verify adherence to specifications, using scissors, scale, and gauge.

• 10) Inspects and sharpens circular knives with stone.

• 11) When producing thread, may be designated Latex-Thread-Machine Operator; Thread-Machine Operator.