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Job Description
Gerrish AB Technician Milliken & Company United States, South Carolina, Pendleton Jun 10, 2026 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.
JOB TITLE
Loom Technician
JOB CLASSIFICATION
Technician
REPORTS TO
Production Manager PURPOSE:
Set machine to proper machine specs in order to make first quality goods.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1) Knowledge of all general plant safety rules & absolutes. 2) Operate equipment in a safe manner. 3) Meet production goals set-out by department manager. 4) Follow proper policies and procedures and job specifications set out by department and location.
JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Knowledge of technician policies and procedures
Completing Daily Team Maintenance (DTM) activities
Auditing safety items in the department
Maintain an assigned set of weave machines
Set machine to proper machine specs and ensure machines run according to style specification
Diagnoses problems with assigned set of weave machines
Correct mechanical issues on assigned set of weave machines
Relief weave for Weavers breaks
SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to read, write, and follow directions
Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions
Basic Math (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
Attention to Detail-Thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task ensuring all aspects are reviewed.
Adaptability-Adapts to change in the work environment
Ability to identify and classify chronic machine problems
MACHINES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT
Waterjet weaving machine
Wrenches
Screw Driver
Pliers
Vice grips
Tape Measure
Hammer
Punch
Take Up
Machine Parts
Lockout equipment (lock, flag, tag)
Computer
Air hose
Paper, tape, pencil
Bottles, glue, (locktight), shop towels,
Oil, Soap
SDS
Safety Glasses and Goggles
Reed hook
Scissors
Performance Charts
Ear plugs and earmuffs
Steel-Toe Safety Shoes
Pouch
AUTHORIZED TRAINING TIME
8 Weeks for Certification
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR
DESCRIPTION
Standing:
Approx. 11 hours a day spent standing while adjusting and watching performance of approximately 142 weave machines.
Sitting:
Break time (75 mins/day) and 20 mins/day completing reports
Moving:
Approx. 2 hours/day retrieving supplies from the supply room and going to offices, meetings, and from machine to machine.
Climbing:
To replace harness cables and check machine performance approx. 15 min/day.
Reach:
To retrieve supplies from storage bins and to mount parts onto machines. Repairing warp breaks. Reach distance is approximately 3 feet.
Lifting:
Must be able to lift machine parts and materials (1-40 lbs) daily.
Pushing Pulling:
Must be able to push toolbox throughout the plant.
Visual Acuity:
Must be able to see defects in fabric. Numbers on weave machines, gauges and feeler gauge.
Bending/Stooping:
50% of work on the weaving machine (checking boards, replacing parts, warp quality) requires the individual to bend and stoop.
Other:
Must comply with the Company rules, including but not limited to Safety, Attendance, and other job specifications.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a manufacturing facility. This position regularly works around moving mechanical parts and powered industrial vehicles. Noise level is generally loud. 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. To request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contactTalentAcquisition@milliken.com.