Cushman Technician

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 and LinkedIn. JOB TITLE: Texturing Overhauler/ Doff Technician REPORTS TO: Texturing Engineer Manager Purpose To safely and efficiently overhaul a texturing machine, making sure the machine is safe to run, perform preventative maintenance and correct mechanical issues. To safely and efficiently troubleshoot texturing machine automatic doffing issues. Responsibilities Machine Overhaul including but not limited to:Lock Out/ Tag Out MachineWork with bearings, shafts, gearboxes, belts and chainsBlow down, wipe-up and clean-up motor cabinetsInspect and correct Aspirator issuesCheck Oiling SystemCheck all guards, shields, safety grates and doorsClean heaters and cooling tracksDaily Maintenance of machines Skill Requirements Ability to work safelyAbility to read and write and follow directionsAbility to comprehend written and verbal instructionsAbility to troubleshoot machinesAbility to diagnose and correct breakdownsAbility to use maintenance toolsAbility to work as a team.Good communication skills Machines, Tools, Materials, And Equipment Texturing machine, mechanical tools, ladders, oil/ grease, AUTHORIZED TRAINING TIME: 12-16 Weeks PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION Standing: Ability to stand while performing maintenance on texturing machines 100% of day Moving Move freely throughout the texturing department 100% of day Lifting: Ability to lift parts/ carry tools up to 15 pounds 90% of day Push Push a tool box throughout the texturing department 50% of day Reach: Ability to reach machine parts above head. 25% of day Reach: Ability to lift 50-75 pounds as a team of 3 5% of day Bending: Ability to bend to ground level, sometimes working on equipment below catwalk level 50% of day Climbing The ability to climb and descend stationary ladders 25% of day Climbing The ability to climb and descend step ladders 25% of day Walking Ability to walk through the plant to get to work station, meeting rooms, break area, and to perform audits. 10% of day Environment: Ability to work around polyester, nylon and acetate 100% of day Environment: Ability to work in a conditioned indoor environment where temperature varies with the weather. 100% of day Environment: Ability to follow defined break schedule 10% of day Environment: Ability to work in manufacturing environment around powered material handling vehicles and moving mechanical parts. 100% of day Schedule/Attendance: Must be able to work 8 hour shifts. 100% of day ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification. EEO/AA 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 contact TalentAcquisition@milliken.com.