Cushman Technician

Milliken & Company; Williamston (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Milliken & Company is seeking a Texturing Overhauler/Doff Technician to safely overhaul a texturing machine and troubleshoot automatic doffing issues. The role emphasizes ensuring machine safety, performing preventative maintenance, and correcting mechanical problems.

Responsibilities include lock out/tag out, inspecting bearings and gearboxes, cleaning motor cabinets, and maintaining oiling systems, with attention to guards and safety features. 12-16 weeks of authorized training may apply.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work safely and follow directions.
• Ability to read and write and follow directions.
• Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to troubleshoot machines and diagnose breakdowns.
• Ability to use maintenance tools.
• Team-oriented with good communication.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance and overhaul tasks.

Responsibilities

• Overhaul texturing machine, including lock out/tag out, inspect bearings, shafts, gearboxes, belts and guards, and ensure safe operation.
• Perform daily maintenance on machinery and assist with cleaning and upkeep of equipment.

Skills

Safety awareness

Reading/writing

Instruction comprehension

Troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Maintenance tools

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Texturing machine

Mechanical tools

Ladders

Oil & grease

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.

JOB TITLE: Texturing Overhauler/ Doff Technician

REPORTS TO: Texturing Engineer Manager

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:

1. Machine Overhaul including but not limited to:
   1. Lock Out/ Tag Out Machine
   2. Work with bearings, shafts, gearboxes, belts and chains
   3. Blow down, wipe-up and clean-up motor cabinets
   4. Inspect and correct Aspirator issues
   5. Check Oiling System
   6. Check all guards, shields, safety grates and doors
   7. Clean heaters and cooling tracks
2. Daily Maintenance of machines

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to work safely
2. Ability to read and write and follow directions
3. Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions
4. Ability to troubleshoot machines
5. Ability to diagnose and correct breakdowns
6. Ability to use maintenance tools
7. Ability to work as a team.
8. Good communication skills

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
• Bending: 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
• Environment: Ability to work around polyester, nylon and acetate 100% of day
• Environment: Ability to work in a conditioned indoor environment where temperature varies with the weather. 100% of day
• Environment: Ability to follow defined break schedule 10% of day
• Environment: Ability to work in manufacturing environment around powered material handling vehicles and moving mechanical parts. 100% of day
• Schedule/Attendance: Must be able to work 8 hour shifts. 100% of day

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].