Control Equipment Technician-Limestone1st shift

Milliken & Company; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Milliken & Company in the United States is seeking a maintenance technician to perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on plant equipment across the facility. You will troubleshoot electrical issues, repair HVAC systems, and run conduit and wiring as required.

The role involves welding, metal fabrication, and operating various shop tools. Strong reading, writing, math, and computer skills are essential, with adherence to safety procedures and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Must have previous electrical maintenance experience, preferably textile related, including greige manufacturing.
• Must be able to read and write and have good communication skills.
• Basic math and computer skills are required.
• Must be able to lift and move loads up to 50 lbs.
• Competency testing may be required.
• Must be cleared by Occupational Nurse for vision and color vision.
• Must be able to read control diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on plant/facility equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose machine or equipment electrical issues and repair as needed.
• Run conduit and wire equipment.
• Weld (Stick and Mig) and fabricate parts as needed.
• Maintain, repair, and clean pumps, motors, and HVAC-related components.
• Follow safety rules and maintain organized work area.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Reading & writing

Communication skills

Basic math

Computer skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Welding

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Band saw

Pipe threader

Welder

Lockout/Tagout devices

Job description

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leaderwhose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. Fromindustry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products thatenhance people's lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken's curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagramand LinkedIn.

Primary Duties:

Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on all plant/facility equipment.Perform mechanical maintenance on plant HVAC equipment.Troubleshoot and diagnose machine or equipment electrical issues and repair as needed.Run conduit and wire equipment. Must be ableweldand be able to do metal fabrication.

Tools Required:

Hand and power tools, all shop equipment (lathe, milling machine, band saw, pipe threader, welder, etc.), company issued lockout/tagout devices, OSHA approved air nozzle for compressed air, respirator, safety shoes, safety glasses, test meter, all mobile equipment (including the company truck when necessary), and ear plugs

Materials Used:

Lubricants, chemicals, filter media, wire, metals, wood, plastic, glass

Supervision Exercised:

None; Receives instructions from Maintenance Crew Leader and/or Maintenance Manager.

Job Procedures:

1. Follow all established plant and job specific safety rules.

2. Must be certified in Springfield's Powered Industrial Trucks training. Must drive company truck for company errands when needed.

3. Responsible for general electrical and mechanical maintenance including but not limited to, facility electrical and production equipment and fireprotectionssystems.

4. Responsible for operatingvarious shop equipment including lathes, milling machines, welders, cutting torch, pipe threader, and various saws.

5. Functional knowledge of electrical maintenance and troubleshooting required, as well as safe work practices.

6. Experienced in A/C and D/C controls and motors required.

7. Verify ad record temperature and relative humidity readings at all stations throughout the plant at assigned intervals.

8. Make adjustments to controls, supply grills, ducts, valves, and other equipment to maintain specified temperature and relative humidity requirements.

9. Maintain, change and/or clean filter media in the filter houses and air washes.

10. Check functional operation of all assigned equipment at assigned intervals.

11. Check andmaintainedwater treatment chemicals (if assigned).

12. Change or adjust fan belts as needed to maintain proper operation of fan units.

13. Weld (Stick and Mig) also be able to fabricate parts as needed.

14. Clean air conditioning and cooling equipment.

15. Maintain, change, and/or repair pumps and motors as needed.

16. Maintain housekeeping and organization of materials in the assigned work area.

17. Work on special projects as requested by management.

18. Advise management of any items that need to be ordered to maintain or repair plant equipment.

19. Perform all other duties as directed by management.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Musthavepreviouselectrical maintenance experience, preferably textile related, including greige manufacturing. Mustbe able to read and write and havegood communicationskills. Basic math and computer skills are required. Must be able to lift and move loads up to 50 lbs. Jobrequires frequent climbing of steps/ladders, pushing, pulling, bending, and kneeling. Must be able to read control diagrams. Competency testing may be required. Must be cleared by Occupational Nurse for vision and color vision.

Follow all Safety Rules, andcomply withthe Job Safety & Health Analysis (JSHA). All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be used as required. Any accident or near miss must be reported immediately.

The above are primary duties of the job and are not a detailed job description. Other duties may be needed to complete the job.

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.