Material Handler

About the role

Milliken’s Highland Textiles Plant, located in Cheraw, SC, has an immediate need to hire a dependable and safety-minded Cloth Doffer to work with our third shift Weaving team. Our manufacturing facility produces industrial fabrics used in a variety of applications across specialty markets. The Cloth Doffer plays an important role in keeping our weaving operation running safely and efficiently.

Schedule

The current work hours for this position are 12:00 AM to 8:00 AM, five days per week on average. Overtime may be required based on customer and production needs. Shift changes for open positions after hire are made by seniority.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Plant Safety and Work Rules; work safely, wear required PPE, and attend required safety training.
• Remove fully completed rolls of fabric from weaving equipment.
• Prepare equipment for the next production cycle.
• Properly identify, label, handle, and stage finished fabric rolls.
• Monitor production and communicate equipment or process concerns.
• Inspect fabric for visible quality issues and report defects.
• Work closely with Weavers, Supervisors, Quality, Maintenance, and Loom Technicians to remove full rolls of fabric from industrial sewing machines (Weaving Looms) and relocate them to the next part of the manufacturing process.
• Maintain good housekeeping by keeping a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Complete required production and quality documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Dependable and committed to good attendance.
• Safety-conscious and willing to follow established procedures.
• Comfortable working around industrial machinery.
• Able to work independently while being part of a team.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Detail-oriented and attentive to product quality.
• Willing to learn textile manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Available to work third shift and overtime when required.
• Previous textile or manufacturing experience is preferred, but training is available for candidates who demonstrate the right attitude, reliability, work ethic, and willingness to learn.

Physical & Work Environment

This is an active manufacturing position requiring standing and walking for extended periods, bending, reaching, stooping, pushing, pulling, and repetitive hand movements. The work environment may include elevated noise, textile fibers/dust, heat, vibration, and moving industrial equipment. Required PPE must be worn.

Why Join Our Team?

You will have the opportunity to learn a specialized manufacturing process and become an important part of a team producing industrial fabrics used in demanding applications across multiple industries. If you are dependable, safety-focused, and ready to learn, we encourage you to apply!