Loom Maintenance Technician

Olsten; Cheraw (SC); Vor Ort; USD 27.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Voluntary benefits

EAP program

Commuter benefits

401K plan

Zusammenfassung

Olsten Staffing is assisting a local client in Cheraw, South Carolina to find an experienced and eager Loom Maintenance Technician. The role focuses on repairing mechanical malfunctions on flagged looms, starting new creels, and performing scheduled preventive maintenance to ensure safe, efficient operation of weaving equipment.

Essential duties include repairing looms, patrolling for issues, conducting rapier inspections, and maintaining LDMS/Barco data entry.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or GED (per policy).
• Previously qualified as a Machine Operator.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to work any shift.
• Minimum 50th percentile on Bennett’s Mechanical Comprehension Test.

Aufgaben

• Repair looms as flagged by maintenance team or operator.
• Patrol looms to detect mechanical/operational problems.
• Perform preventive maintenance according to schedule.
• Enter repair and setup data into LDMS and Barco systems.
• Maintain housekeeping and observe safety rules including lockout/tagout.

Kenntnisse

Loom maintenance

Mechanical repair

Preventive maintenance

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test 50th percentile

Jobbeschreibung

Olsten Staffing is assisting a local client in Cheraw, South Carolina to find an experienced and eager Loom Maintenance Technician

The Loom Maintenance Technician is responsible for repairing mechanical malfunctions on flagged looms, starting new creels, and performing scheduled preventive maintenance. The role ensures safe, efficient, and continuous operation of weaving equipment while maintaining plant safety and housekeeping standards.

Primary Functions

• Repair mechanical malfunctions on flagged looms
• Start up new creels
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Repair looms as flagged by Machine Operator.
• Patrol looms to detect mechanical or operational problems.
• Perform preventive maintenance according to schedule.
• Perform weaver duties when required.
• Conduct rapier head inspections.
• Check and replace rapier cutters as needed.
• Enter repair and setup data into LDMS and Barco systems.
• Maintain general housekeeping in assigned area.
• Observe all plant and company safety rules, including lockout/tagout procedures.
• Operate forklift.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Plant Manager, Technical Coordinator, or Process Engineer.

Authorized Training Period

• 24 Weeks

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing during the shift, primarily on concrete flooring.
• Occasional sitting as needed when performing lower-level maintenance tasks.
• Regular movement throughout the assigned loom area to inspect equipment and respond to mechanical issues.
• Occasional use of a step ladder to access upper machine components.
• May lift and/or move parts and materials; team lifting or mechanical assistance required for heavier components.
• Occasional pushing or pulling of tool carts and equipment.
• Frequent reaching in various directions to access machine components.
• Occasional bending, stooping, or squatting to service equipment.
• Visual ability sufficient to inspect machinery, read gauges, and enter data.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment.

Environmental & Safety Requirements

• Frequent contact with carbon, fly, binder, size, oils, greases, solvents
• Required use of PPE (eye protection, gloves, protective clothing) as necessary
• Annual audiogram (per company policy)
• Hearing protection required in posted plant areas
• Strict adherence to all plant safety rules, including lockout/tagout procedures

Mandatory Qualifications

• High School Diploma (per company policy) or GED
• Previously qualified as a Machine Operator
• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to work any shift
• Minimum 50th percentile score on Bennett's Mechanical Comprehension Test

Pay Details:

$19.57 to $23.50 per hour

Benefit offerings

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• additional voluntary benefits
• EAP program
• commuter benefits
• 401K plan

Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.

In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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