Loom Operations Trainer & SME

Milliken & Company; Pine Mountain (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Milliken & Company is seeking a Loom Technical Instructor to develop, coordinate, and deliver technical training for associates operating and maintaining weaving looms on the production floor. This role requires SME-level knowledge of loom operation, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and safety practices, with a focus on quality and efficiency.

You will create and update training materials, assess trainee performance, and mentor technicians and operators while supporting continuous

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Industrial Technology, Textile Technology, Manufacturing, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience operating, maintaining, or troubleshooting weaving looms or similar textile equipment.
• Must be willing to travel for company mandated off-site training.
• Demonstrated knowledge of weaving processes, fabric construction, yarn characteristics, and loom mechanics.
• Strong understanding of safety standards and manufacturing best practices.
• Experience training, mentoring, or leading technical employees preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and electronic training systems.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver classroom and hands-on training for new hires and existing associates on Milliken loom operation and maintenance.
• Create, update, and maintain training materials, work instructions, visual aids, and technical documents.
• Evaluate trainee performance and certify employees on loom operation, troubleshooting, and safety procedures.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to all technicians, operators, and maintenance personnel.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying skill gaps and implementing corrective training programs.
• Demonstrate proper setup, adjustment, and operation of Milliken looms to optimize efficiency and fabric quality.
• Train employees on troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and weaving process issues.
• Monitor training effectiveness through assessments, audits, and production performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and established operating procedures.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams to develop workforce capabilities.
• Assist with onboarding and cross-training initiatives to build operational flexibility within the department.
• Maintain accurate training records and employee qualification documentation.
• Stay current with technological advances, equipment upgrades, and manufacturing best practices related to weaving operations.
• Randomly inspect all looms with focus on high stop machines
• Serve as a member of Safety Steering Committee
• Must be willing to act as a set technician, when necessary, as directed by management.
• Serve as Plant's OJT for Hoist Operations and Lock-out / Tag-Out.

Skills

Weaving loom ops

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Training/mentoring

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Electronic training systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Milliken & Company is seeking a Loom Technical Instructor to develop, coordinate, and deliver technical training for associates operating and maintaining weaving looms on the production floor. This role requires SME-level knowledge of loom operation, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and safety practices, with a focus on quality and efficiency.

You will create and update training materials, assess trainee performance, and mentor technicians and operators while supporting continuous