Cushman Quilting Machine Operator (MERT) 3rd shift

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Date: May 7, 2025

Location: Williamston, SC, US, 29697

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, LinkedIn and Twitter.

REPORTS TO: Texturing Production Manager

PURPOSE:

To run quilted machines, production first quality products

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Run quilting machines to spec and quality standards
Correct quality concerns
Keep work area clean

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work safely
Ability to read and write and follow directions
Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions
Ability to understand and follow operator standard work procedures
Ability to run machines efficiently
Ability to troubleshoot and correct machine issues
Good communication skills

AUTHORIZED TRAINING TIME: 2-4 Weeks

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION

Standing:	Ability to stand while running and inspecting machines	100% of day
Moving	Move freely throughout the texturing department	100% of day
Push	Use a broom and dust pan.	50% of day
Lifting	Ability to lift 35 pounds rolls.	35% of day
Reaching	Ability to reach above head to replace/ correct thread.	50% of day
Access	Ability to use step ladders and stationary ladders	50% of day
Bending:	Ability to pick up objects from the floor. Ability to bend to ground and sometimes sit on knees to cut out laps	50% of day
Walking	Ability to walk through the plant to get to work station, meeting rooms, break area, and to perform audits.	10% of day
Environment:	Ability to work around polyester, nylon and acetate	100% of day
Environment:	Ability to work in a conditioned indoor environment where temperature varies with the weather.	100% of day
11) Environment:	Ability to follow defined break schedule	10% of day
Environment:	Ability to work in manufacturing environment around powered material handling vehicles and moving mechanical parts.	100% of day
Schedule/Attendance:	Must be able to work 8-10 hour shifts. Must be able to rotate with assigned shifts per work schedule. Must be able to regularly and predictably attend per scheduled hours.	100% of day

ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

EEO/AA

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.

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