Maintenance Technician-Gerrish Plant Position Available In Anderson, South Carolina

Maintenance Technician-Gerrish Plant Date:

May 21, 2025

Location:

Pendleton, SC, US, 29640

Company:

Milliken and Company 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.

JOB TITLE

Control Equipment Technician (CET)

REPORTS TO

Engineering Services Manager PURPOSE:

Troubleshoot the weaving machines, have knowledge concerning the operation of fans, motors, and pumps, the ability to perform preventative and breakdown maintenance on auxiliary equipment, needs an understanding of electrical circuit boards and integrate circuits

RESPONSIBILITIES

1) Knowledge of all general plant safety rules & safety absolutes. 2) Operate equipment in a safe manner 3) Meet production goals set-out by department manager 4) Follow proper policies and procedures set out by department and location 5) Provide timely response to safety concerns and equipment failures 6) Maintain working condition and perform minor repairs on wide range of facilities and auxiliary equipment

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to read and write and follow directions
Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions
Basic Math (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
Good communication skills
Strong discipline and ability to work both alone and in groups

MACHINES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT

lift truck, tuggers, computer, band saw, grinder, welding torch, cutting torch, lathe, refrigeration machine, fluke meter, oscilloscope, air handling equipment, (pumps, fans, and controls), water jet weaving machine, hoist, electric hand tools, screwdrivers, wrenches, ladders, leno winder, solder equipment, personal protective equipment, vibration analysis equipment, drum filter, circuit board

SAFETY EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

Hearing protection in certain areas of the plant, steel toe shoes, gloves, goggles, wielding shield, gloves, aprons, earplugs, Arc Flash uniform, harness

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Basic written and communication skills
Must be able to hear power equipment operating in work area
Must be able to see clearly and pass pre-employment drug screening

JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITES

Knowledge of support operator policies and procedures
Completing daily team maintenance (DTM) activities
Auditing safety items in department
Two-year technical degree or equivalent in electronics

AUTHORIZED TRAINING TIME

One Year

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR

DESCRIPTION

Standing:

60% of time at a standstill position welding, on ladders, etc.

Sitting:

10% of time spent working on circuit boards, computers, and break times.

Moving:

50% of time going to machines (max distance-approx. 250 ft.) getting supplies, checking condition in penthouse on roof twice per shift; walking down slope to pump station.

Climbing:

5% on ladders, stairs on outside on plant to penthouse (45 stairs), working on pipes in ceiling

Lifting:

Must be able to lift 1-20lbs 10-50 times a day.

Reaching:

Must be able to reach objects on shelves or in filing cabinets which may be above shoulder height (5ft), must be able to reach and use all equipment mentioned, reaching a distance of 2-3 feet.

Pushing/ Pulling:

Pull main motor on dolly (10lbs), file cabinets, desk drawers, etc. approx. 50-75 times/day

Visual Acuity:

Must be able to read instructional material, reference manuals, meters, computer screens

Bending/Stooping:

Must be able to access lowest level filing cabinets and bins a minimum of 4-5 times a day, pick up items, motors, tools, get in crawl spaces, filing cabinets, desk drawers, work on a forklift.

Other:

Must comply with the Company rules, including but not limited to Safety, Attendance, and other job specifications. 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.