Pine Mountain-Senior Machine Operator- Warper

About the 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate warping machines to wind multiple yarn ends onto beams according to production specifications.
• Set up machines, including creeling yarn packages, threading ends, tying knots, and verifying yarn paths.
• Monitor machine operation for correct tension, alignment, and uniformity throughout the warping process.
• Inspect yarn and beams for defects, breaks, contamination, or quality issues; correct issues promptly.
• Record production data, downtime, and quality checks accurately in plant systems.
• Perform adjustments to maintain quality (tension, speed, yarn alignment, tie-in accuracy).
• Replace empty yarn packages and ensure the creel remains stocked and organized.
• Communicate machine malfunctions or material issues to supervisors and maintenance.
• Follow all Milliken safety policies and lockout/tagout procedures when needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including removing waste yarn and cleaning creel areas.
• Assist with beam loading/unloading, transporting beams, and staging materials as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement, 5S activities, and training initiatives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to work a rotating shift of days and nights.
• Manufacturing or textile experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to read production instructions, quality specifications, and safety documents.

Skills & Abilities

• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to learn machine operation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to detect quality issues.
• Ability to follow instructions, production schedules, and safety processes.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 12-hour shifts).
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and use hands for threading, tying, and handling yarn.
• Ability to push, pull, or maneuver beams and material carts (up to X lbs with assistance if needed).
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally (yarn packages, tools, etc.).
• Ability to visually inspect yarn and beams for quality.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with noise, moving machinery, and varying temperatures.

Work Environment

• Exposure to moving equipment, fibers, noise, and standard manufacturing conditions.
• Required use of PPE such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, and cut-resistant gloves when applicable.