Weft Insertion Operator

Knit Machine Operator

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance 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.

Job Summary: Keep ends drawn in the machine as necessary, keep yarn in creel, maintain records of defects while fabric is being produced and assist fixer, threader or doffer as necessary. Perform duties on all equipment, production and development as assigned.

Must Have Job Requirements: Must have previous Machine Operator experience. Must have excellent vision (Vision Check with Nurse is required)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Must work safely, report unsafe conditions immediately and attend all required safety training and meetings. Responsible for good Housekeeping. Work from Ladders/Heights. Will frequently inspect all cloth and machines for running defects and off quality. Assist threader or fixer in removing and replacing guide bars and other machinery components as requested. Cover breaks for other operators as needed. Inform the Technician or Supervisor of yarn or machine related problems. Must have the demonstrated ability to thread small yarns. Will perform any other duties as directed by Supervisor.

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.