Valway Maxcell 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Two year Technical Degree
2. Computer Experience

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to read and write
• Ability to weld
• Ability to use cutting torch
• Ability to drive forklift
• Adhere to and comprehend safety specs
• Basic knowledge of computers
• Must be able to work all shifts and weekends when needed
• Ability to read blueprints

AUTHORIZED TRAINING TIME

Up to 6 months

MACHINES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

• Tugger 
• Forklift
• Hand Tools
• Laser Alignment Equipment
• Welder
• Cutting Torch
• Pencil
• Clipboard
• Ultrasonic Scanner
• Infrared Thermometer
• Lathe
• Milling Machine
• Drill Press
• Circular Saw
• Band Saw
• Drill Motor
• Hammer Drill
• Come-along

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT USED:

• Ear plugs
• Steel Toe Safety Shoes
• Safety Glasses
• Face Shield
• Safety Goggles
• Safety Gloves
• Must adhere to all safety SPI’s and use required safety equipment in each department

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS                                         FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION                                                             

1.  Standing: Ability to stand while working                                                            85% of day 

2. Sitting:  Ability to sit for extended periods of time to perform computer,

      Maintenance, and research                                                                                 15% of day 

3. Moving: Ability to move throughout plant                                                          5% of day 

4. Lifting:  Ability to lift up to 45 lbs.                                                                    3% of day 

5. Ascending/Descending: Ability to walk upstairs and climb ladder                   2% of day 

6.  Push/Pull/Reach: Transporting work bench to worksite, positioning machinery parts,        pulling wires through conduit. Must be able to push/pull + 45 pounds.  Must be able to reach + 18 inches to obtain parts in supply room or on bench and access all equipment while troubleshooting.                                                                                                           4% of day

7. Bending: Ability to pick up objects from the floor                                            5% of day 

8. Visual Acuity: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties,

                            including reading information from printed sources and

       computer screens.                                                                   100% of day                

9. Cognitive: Alert. Able to make decisions, reason, and understand

 information.                                                                                    100% of day

WORK ENVIRONMENT/SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION

This job operates in a manufacturing facility. This position is a safety-sensitive position and regularly works around moving mechanical parts and powered industrial vehicles. Noise level is generally loud. Temperatures can be more than 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Humidity level can be more than 98% for 100% of day. 

SHIFT/WORK HOURS

Shift schedule will depend on open positions at time of hire and will be communicated with new hire paperwork. Weekends and holidays are scheduled depending on business demands. 

Typical hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday – Friday but may be changed due to the needs of the plant or the associate.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND ACCOMMODATIONS

The company is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to any protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.         

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.