Weaver: 3rd shift Limestone

Milliken & Company; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Milliken & Company is seeking a weaving operator to cycle and monitor looms, inspect fabric for defects, and apply corrective actions to keep production flowing. You will follow safety rules, wear PPE, and maintain orderly work areas in a manufacturing setting in the United States.

Candidates should be able to read and write, perform basic math, and use simple computer tools for records and checks. This role involves routine machine operation and quality checks on textile materials.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write.
• Must have basic math and computer skills.
• Follow all Safety Rules and PPE usage as required.

Responsibilities

• Cycle assigned weaving machines and inspect woven cloth for defects.
• Take corrective action to address stoppages and quality issues.
• Maintain housekeeping and organization of the work area.
• Record findings on the inspection form using the provided templates.
• Complete the Weaver DTM Checklist Daily.
• Report problems affecting quality or performance to supervision.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Computer skills

Tools

Goggles/safety glasses

Dust mask

Scissors

Reed hook

Leno hook

Apron

Cloth marker

Ear plugs

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.

Primary Duties:

Cycle assigned weaving machines, repair stops to keep looms running. Inspect fabric for defects and take necessary corrective action.

Tools Required:

Goggles/safety glasses, dust mask, scissors, reed hook, leno hook, apron, cloth marker, and ear plugs.

Materials Used:

Warp yarn filling yarn, tie threads, and leno bobbins.

Supervision Exercised:

None; receives instructions from Supervisor or Lead Person.

Job Procedures:

1. Follow all established Plant Safety rules.

1. Receives work area layout and instructions from Supervisor/Lead Person.

1. Cycles assigned machines and inspects woven cloth for defects and any other quality related problems.

1. Corrects all machine stops, flags all mechanical malfunctions.

1. Clean filling feeders and reeds of weaving machines using the proper PPE.

1. Performs preventative weaving to reduce stops.

1. Makes inspection cycles and initials cloth with green fabric pen; records findings on the Cloth Inspection Form.

1. Performs work in the most efficient manner to ensure the highest possible quality.

1. Maintains housekeeping and organization of materials in assigned work area.

1. Keep management informed of problems that are affecting the quality and/or performance of the Weaving area.

1. Perform all other duties as directed by management.

1. Complete Weaver DTM Checklist Daily

Minimum Job Requirements:

Must be able to read and write. Must be cleared by Occupational Nurse for vision and color vision. Must have basic math and computer skills.

Follow all Safety Rules, and comply with the Job Safety & Health Analysis (JSHA). All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be used as required. Any accident or near miss must be reported immediately.

The above are primary duties of the job and are not a detailed job description. Other duties may be needed to complete the job.

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.