Machine Operator

Milliken and Company; Cheraw (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Milliken and Company in Cheraw, SC is seeking a Slitter Machine Operator to process rolls of fabric through a slitter and prepare them for shipment. You will work on the Highland Plant floor operating equipment and ensuring on-spec products.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency, with duties ranging from inspecting fabric to recording production results and assisting with setup and material handling.

Qualifications

• Must work in a safe manner, follow all safe work rules, and attend required safety training.

Responsibilities

• Operate slitting and inspection equipment in accordance with established operating procedures.
• Review production work orders and customer specifications prior to processing fabric.
• Prepare the fabric for slitting. Verify fabric width, roll length, and other product specifications.
• Label, package, and prepare finished rolls for transfer to the shipping area.
• Accurately complete production reports, inspection records, quality documentation, and system transactions as required.

Job description

Machine Operator

Date: Oct 9, 2026

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 .

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 .

The Milliken Highland Plant has an immediate opening for a "Slitter Machine Operator" to process rolls of fabric through a slitter machine and prepare them for shipment to our customers.

Job Summary: Position is responsible for operating slitting equipment used to inspect, slit, and prepare greige fabric according to customer specifications and manufacturing requirements. This position ensures fabric quality standards are maintained while meeting production schedules, safety requirements, and operational efficiency goals. The Slitter Operator works closely with the Greige Inspection team to identify fabric defects, verify specifications, and accurately document production results. This is a second shift position with work hours of 4pm to 12am.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Other duties may be assigned.

Job Requirements: Must work in a safe manner, follow all safe work rules, and attend required safety training.

Operate slitting and inspection equipment in accordance with established operating procedures.

Review production work orders and customer specifications prior to processing fabric. Verify that piece number of the roll being slit is correct and marked off on work order.

Prepare the fabric for slitting. Verify fabric width, roll length, and other product specifications.

Pull roll on let off and thread over roller.

Seam roll to preceding roll with sewing machine.

Visually inspect the fabric for defects, inconsistencies, and quality concerns during the slitting process and inform the supervisor immediately if any are found.

Monitor machine performance and make routine adjustments to ensure product quality and production efficiency.

Label, package, and prepare finished rolls for transfer to the shipping area.

Remove defective material and notify supervision of quality issues requiring further investigation.

Accurately complete production reports, inspection records, quality documentation, and system transactions as required.

Maintain production standards and departmental efficiency goals.

Keep different styles and work orders separated.

Maintain a clean and organized work area utilizing good housekeeping practices.

Assist with machine setup, roll changes, and material handling activities as required.

Communicate effectively with supervisors, maintenance personnel, quality personnel, and incoming/outgoing shifts.

Participate in continuous improvement activities and training initiatives.

Perform other duties as assigned.

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].

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].