Gilliland Plant Control Equipment Technician

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Date: Nov 6, 2025

Location: Laurens, SC, US, 29360

Company: Milliken and 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. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram and  LinkedIn.

CONTROL EQUIPMENT TECHINCIAN

 

Job Description:

The Control Equipment Technician (CET) will report to the Engineering Services Manager and will assist in directing and controlling processes in accordance with defined policies and procedures.  The CET will provide expedient service to all equipment assigned in such a way as to insure maximum efficiency and quality performance involved in the processing the products and to do so with maximum safety, minimum cost and high quality of workmanship.

 

Shift:  1st shift (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM)

 

Qualifications:

  • Should possess excellent analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve opportunities.
  • Able to interact effectively with management, staff, vendors, customers, and work independently, and/or as part of a team.
  • Must be able to lift 50lbs and be capable of using motorized equipment (fork trucks, tuggers, etc.).
  • Must be self-driven.
  • Electrical/Mechanical background

 

Responsibilities:

  • Assist other engineering associates to perform work as required to keep production machinery and auxiliary equipment in working order.
  • Fix Breakdowns Utilities and Production
  • Complete work that is required on department work list.

 

Boiler Operation                 Chiller Operation                Hoist PM / Safety Checks

Building Repairs                Fire Protection                   Plant Lighting

Elevator PM and repairs     Bailer PM                          Evacuation Protocol

Environmental Support      Data Collection Logs          Wastewater System

Special Projects                 Assist Contractors             Identify and order Parts

Elec/Mech

Troubleshoot Production Machinery

 

Requirements:

  • Must be willing to take online courses
  • Must be Safety Driven
  • Must be willing to work overtime and Weekends as needed

 

 

 

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.

 

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