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Maintenance Technician / Mechanic Machine Operator

Manufacturing ​/ Production Technician, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Job in Thomson, McDuffie County, Georgia, 30824, USA
Listing for: Milliken & Company
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-18
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Machine Operator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 27552 - 38572 USD Yearly USD 27552.00 38572.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

POSITION TITLE / LOCATION

Kingsley Plant Weave Flag Technician

POSITION

REPORTS TO:

Weave Production Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Flag Technician repairs air jet weave machinery by diagnosing faults and using tools to correct mechanical failures. Identifies cloth and machine defects and get them corrected. The flag tech completes one light inspection on each assigned machine once per shift. The Flag Technician works on a rotating 8-hour shift.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Respond to machine quality and performance flags identified by weavers and/or plant supervision.
  • Troubleshoot weave machine issues.
  • Identify and get fabric and machine defects corrected.
  • Perform preventive maintenance.
  • Obtain/complete maintenance work orders.
  • Perform all other duties deemed necessary as required.
JOB SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
  • Able to successfully progress through Kingsley technician classroom and OJT training as expected.
  • Able to correctly identify defects and machine issues, document, and make sure issues are addressed.
  • Should be self-directed to the point of working with little to no supervision.
SKILLS - REQUIRED
  • Proficient in current senior operator position
  • Must be proficient in relief weaving prior to starting classroom tech training
  • Ability to read and write and follow directions
  • Basic Math (add, subtract, multiply, and divide)
  • Good communication skills
  • Strong discipline
  • Good organization skills
MACHINES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
  • Airjet weave machine (all types)
  • Reed hook, leno hook, scissors, flashlight
  • Yarn, both dyed and greige fabric
  • Both US and metric tools of all types
  • PC Computer/BARCO
  • Steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, ear protection, LOTO equipment
    • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION
  • Standing :
    Ability to stand while working 90% of day
  • Sitting :
    Ability to sit down 5% of day
  • Moving :
    Must be able to move around a 316,000 sq. ft. weaving facility with concrete floors to get to supplies, equipment, and to perform elements of job. 80% of day
  • Reaching/Lifting: Must be able to reach anywhere from 8" to 24" into a filling case to grasp filling packages weighing between 8 and 25 pounds and place package on creel stand. Lifting press rollers 100 lb (with assistance). Lifting 30 lb take up motors & 40 lb let off motors as needed for repairs. 60% of day
  • Climbing: Must be able to step up and down off weaving platform which are 10" and 5" off the ground to inspect machines and start them. 40% of day
  • Push/Pull/Reach: Reach 12" up to 48" to grasp a warp yarn end. Guide reed hook through heddle and reed, then pull warp yarn end through. 10% of day
  • Bending: Must be able to bend and stoop to effect repairs to weaving machines. Must be able to stoop at Staubli head panel to repair. Must be able to go on hands and knees to change out cables and valves. 30% of day
  • Walking: Ability to walk through out theplanton concrete surface. 70% of day
  • Dexterity: Ability to tie knots and draw ends in fine denier yarns to target times. 30% of day
  • Visual Acuity: Ability to identify both warp and filling defects in fabric on the machine and in swatches. To see fine denier yarn to draw ends correctly through correct heddles and drop wires. To read and understand draw graphs, computer screen or any written instructions. 40% of day
  • Work Environment :
    Ability to work in cotton dust environment. Meet cotton pulmonary function requirements. Must be able to hear power equipment operating in work area. Ability to work in high noise production environment and wear approved ear protection, safety glasses, and steel toes. This job operates in a manufacturing facility. This role regularly works around moving mechanical parts and material handling equipment.

    100% of day
  • Work Environment :
    Ability to follow defined break schedule. Regular and predictable attendance on assigned rotating shift schedule. 100% of day
  • Other :
    Must have ability to prioritize job functions in order to maximize production. Must have ability to understand mechanical systems and troubleshoot issues to successfully repair. Must comply with company rules, including but not limited to, safety, attendance, and other job specifications. 100% of day

    • SHIFT REQUIREMENTS:

    Shift schedule will depend on open positions at time of hire. Weekends and holidays are scheduled depending on business demands. The Flag Technician works on a rotating 8-hour shift.

    • 1stShift: 8 AM - 4 PM
    • 2ndShift: 4 PM - 12 AM (Midnight)
    • 3rdShift: 12 AM (Midnight)- 8 AM
    PAY CLASSIFICATION:

    Technician

    Milliken & Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified…

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