Cushman Technician

Milliken and Company; Williamston (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Milliken and Company in Williamston, SC is seeking a Texturing Overhauler/Doff Technician to overhaul a texturing machine, perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot doffing issues. Safe operation and efficiency are key in this role.

You will work with bearings, gearboxes, belts and guards, perform daily maintenance, and ensure all safety protocols are followed. The position requires the ability to read instructions and work safely in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work safely.
• Ability to read and write and follow directions.
• Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to troubleshoot machines.
• Ability to diagnose and correct breakdowns.
• Ability to use maintenance tools.
• Ability to work as a team.

Responsibilities

• Overhaul texturing machine and ensure safe to run.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot doffing issues.
• Inspect bearings, gearboxes, belts and guards and ensure proper operation.
• Check oiling system and maintain cleanliness of motor cabinets.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain clean work environment.

Skills

Ability to work safely

Read and follow directions

Comprehend written and verbal instr.

Troubleshoot machines

Diagnose and fix breakdowns

Use maintenance tools

Team collaboration

Tools

Texturing machine

Mechanical tools

Ladders

Oil/Grease

Job description

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Date: Oct 16, 2026

Location: Williamston, SC, US, 29697

Company: Milliken and Company

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 , Instagram and LinkedIn .

JOB TITLE: Texturing Overhauler/ Doff Technician

PURPOSE:

To safely and efficiently overhaul a texturing machine, making sure the machine is safe to run, perform preventative maintenance and correct mechanical issues. To safely and efficiently troubleshoot texturing machine automatic doffing issues.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Machine Overhaul including but not limited to:
• Work with bearings, shafts, gearboxes, belts and chains
• Blow down, wipe-up and clean-up motor cabinets
• Inspect and correct Aspirator issues
• Check Oiling System
• Check all guards, shields, safety grates and doors
• Clean heaters and cooling tracks
• Daily Maintenance of machines

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work safely
• Ability to read and write and follow directions
• Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions
• Ability to troubleshoot machines
• Ability to diagnose and correct breakdowns
• Ability to use maintenance tools
• Ability to work as a team.

MACHINES, TOOLS, MATERIALS, AND EQUIPMENT:

Texturing machine, mechanical tools, ladders, oil/ grease,

AUTHORIZED TRAINING TIME: 12-16 Weeks

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION

• Standing:

Ability to stand while performing maintenance on texturing machines

100% of day

• Moving

Move freely throughout the texturing department

100% of day

• Lifting:

Ability to lift parts/ carry tools up to 15 pounds

90% of day

• Push

Push a tool box throughout the texturing department

50% of day

• Reach:

Ability to reach machine parts above head.

25% of day

• Reach:

Ability to lift 50-75 pounds as a team of 3

5% of day

Ability to bend to ground level, sometimes working on equipment below catwalk level

50% of day

• Climbing

The ability to climb and descend stationary ladders

25% of day

• Climbing

The ability to climb and descend step ladders

25% of day

• Walking

Ability to walk through the plant to get to work station, meeting rooms, break area, and to perform audits.

10% of day

Ability to work around polyester, nylon and acetate

100% of day

Ability to work in a conditioned indoor environment where temperature varies with the weather.

100% of day

Ability to follow defined break schedule

10% of day

Ability to work in manufacturing environment around powered material handling vehicles and moving mechanical parts.

100% of day

Must be able to work 8 hour shifts.

100% of day

ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

EEO/AA

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.

To request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].