Technician

Milliken and Company • Thomson, GA

88d • Onsite

About The Position

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. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
POSITION TITLE / LOCATION
Kingsley Plant Weave Flag Technician

POSITION REPORTS TO:
Weave Production Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Flag Technician repairs air jet weave machinery by diagnosing faults and using tools to correct mechanical failures. Identifies cloth and machine defects and get them corrected. The flag tech completes one light inspection on each assigned machine once per shift. The Flag Technician works on a rotating 8-hour shift.

Requirements

• Able to successfully progress through Kingsley technician classroom and OJT training as expected.
• Able to correctly identify defects and machine issues, document, and make sure issues are addressed.
• Should be self-directed to the point of working with little to no supervision.
• Proficient in current senior operator position
• Must be proficient in relief weaving prior to starting classroom tech training
• Ability to read and write and follow directions
• Basic Math (add, subtract, multiply, and divide)
• Good communication skills
• Strong discipline
• Good organization skills

Responsibilities

• Respond to machine quality and performance flags identified by weavers and/or plant supervision.
• Troubleshoot weave machine issues.
• Identify and get fabric and machine defects corrected.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Obtain/complete maintenance work orders.
• Perform all other duties deemed necessary as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees