Cushman Technician
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 19, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 16, 2026.
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.
JOB TITLE: Texturing Overhauler/ Doff Technician
REPORTS TO: Texturing Engineer Manager
PURPOSE:
To safely and efficiently overhaul a texturing machine, making sure the machine is safe to run, perform preventative maintenance and correct mechanical issues. To safely and efficiently troubleshoot texturing machine automatic doffing issues.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Machine Overhaul including but not limited to:
- Lock Out/ Tag Out Machine
- Work with bearings, shafts, gearboxes, belts and chains
- Blow down, wipe-up and clean-up motor cabinets
- Inspect and correct Aspirator issues
- Check Oiling System
- Check all guards, shields, safety grates and doors
- Clean heaters and cooling tracks
- Daily Maintenance of machines
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work safely
- Ability to read and write and follow directions
- Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions
- Ability to troubleshoot machines
- Ability to diagnose and correct breakdowns
- Ability to use maintenance tools
- Ability to work as a team.
- Good communication skills
MACHINES, TOOLS, MATERIALS, AND EQUIPMENT:
Texturing machine, mechanical tools, ladders, oil/ grease,
AUTHORIZED TRAINING TIME: 12-16 Weeks
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION
- Standing:
Ability to stand while performing maintenance on texturing machines
100% of day
- Moving
Move freely throughout the texturing department
100% of day
- Lifting:
Ability to lift parts/ carry tools up to 15 pounds
90% of day
- Push
Push a tool box throughout the texturing department
50% of day
- Reach:
Ability to reach machine parts above head.
25% of day
- Reach:
Ability to lift 50-75 pounds as a team of 3
5% of day
- Bending:
Ability to bend to ground level, sometimes working on equipment below catwalk level
50% of day
- Climbing
The ability to climb and descend stationary ladders
25% of day
- Climbing
The ability to climb and descend step ladders
25% 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 hour shifts.
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.
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 [email protected].