Spinning Equipment Technician (Mechanical experience required)

UNAVAILABLE; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Job summary

Gildan is seeking a Spinning Technician to ensure spin frames operate efficiently within the Yarns Division. The role involves inspecting suction, clearing piecers, shuttles, and related equipment, and performing repairs flagged by Quality Control. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant cotton industry experience.

We offer weekly pay and a stable, supportive environment. The job requires the ability to walk and stand for long 12-hour shifts and to operate lifting equipment as

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in Machines/PLC’s preferred or equivalent job experience (1-2 years) in a cotton industry.

Responsibilities

• Make sure the spin frames run effectively and efficiently.
• Check air frame suction and maintain piecer stations.
• Repair positions flagged by Quality Control or the spinner.
• Operate lift tugger and drive lift trucks as needed.
• Maintain and clean casters on sliver trailers/carts.
• Lift and install motors and climb ladders for repairs.

Skills

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Machines/PLC’s

Job description

Who we are

Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, Hanes®, Comfort Colors®, American Apparel®, ALLPRO™, GOLDTOE®, Peds®, Bali®, Playtex®, Maidenform®, Bonds®, as well as Champion® which is under an exclusive licensing agreement for the printwear channel in the U.S. and Canada. Together with our global team of dedicated employees, Gildan is united in its vision of Making Apparel Better®. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com.

The opportunity

The primary function of the Spinning Technician is to make sure the spin frames run effectively and efficiently.

• Check air frame suction.
• Blow out piecers, doffers, shuttles, starter stations, tube/cone elevators.
• Check Sliver monitors.
• Check and maintain piecer station.
• Repair positions flagged by Quality Control or the spinner.
• Change tugger batteries.
• Operate lift tugger.
• Change out defective poor drive motors.
• Maintain and clean casters on the sliver trailers/carts.
• Ability to lift and install motors.
• Push and pull cart around.
• Climb ladder for repairs.
• Ability to drive lift trucks.
• Now Offering WEEKLY Pay!
• Stable and supportive work environment
• This opportunity is based in our Yarns Division

The requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Associate degree in Machines/PLC’s preferred or equivalent job experience (1-2 years) in a cotton industry.
• Ability to walk/be on feet for 12-hour shifts
• Good Reliability and willingness to learn
• Ability to work in a cotton dust environment

What's in it for you

• Join a leader in apparel manufacturing with strong safety and environmental standards
• Be part of a diverse workplace with fun workplace activities
• Benefit from continuous training opportunities
• Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Find your fit with us

We are committed to ensuring that everyone, across every background and identity, feels respected, supported, and able to thrive. Come as you are and #FindYourFit at Gildan. Tailor the future of your own career.