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POSITION TITLE / LOCATION Kingsley Plant Warp Services Senior Operator
POSITION REPORTS TO: Production Manager or PI over Warp Services
POSITION OVERVIEW The Warp Services Team supports the weaving department by hauling warps, tying warps, and hanging new patterns. The team also works to repair or eliminate warp yarn quality issues. The Warp Services Associate works closely with the team to ensure weave machine downtime is held to a minimum. The Warp Services Senior Operator typically works on a rotating 8‑hour shift.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Hang Patterns
Tie In New Warps
Haul warps to and from weaving department
Lease warps
Pull over warps
Clean Out Machines
Maintain equipment
Anything else as instructed by management
JOB SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Able to stand and work for up to 8 hours
Must be able to move around job for entire shift
Able to tie knots and draw ends to IE target times
Able to safely operate powered warp trucks and tuggers
Able to rotate with shift schedule
SKILLS - REQUIRED
Ability to read and write and follow directions
Good communication skills
Basic math skills
MACHINES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Airjet weave machine (all types)
Powered Warp Truck. Tugger, Overhead Hoist
19mm box end wrench, 5/16 allen wrench, yarn comb, tie end machine, lease rods, clamps, frame
Reed hook, leno hook, scissors, pouch, flashlight
Draw graph, tickets, forms, hot knife, heat and cut resistant glove
Yarn, both dyed and greige fabric, Warps, and beams
PC Computer/BARCO/printer
Steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, LOTO equipment/goggles
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION
Standing: Must have the ability to stand up to 8 hours/day replacing beams and patterns on the weaving machine. 90% of day
Sitting: Ability to sit down for hour long communications meeting. 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. 90% of day
Climbing: Must be able to mount tuggers and warp trucks to transport warps and patterns. Require a step up of ten inches to the tugger bed. Ability to step up and down off warp trucks and weaving platforms which are 10" and 5" off the ground. 40% of day
Lifting: Must be able to lift supplies which may weigh up to 36 lbs. 20% of day
Reaching: Must be able to reach 48" to grasp ends which require smashing and to draw them through the heddles drop wires and reed. Up to 45% of day
Pushing / Pulling: Must have the ability to push against warp beams to move them onto and off transports which weigh up to 2100 pounds. 10% of day
Visual Acuity: Ability to read and understand tickets, lot cards, computer screen or any written instructions. Ability to detect mixed yarn. Ability to identify what is running, and properly match tickets. Ability to spot defects in yarn, draw ends correctly, read draw graphs. 40% of day
Bending / Stooping: Must be able to bend and stoop to use pull over devices and to remove waste from replaced beam. 10% 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, wear approved ear protection and Steel toe safety shoes. 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
Powered Vehicle and Equipment Operator: Must have the ability to safely drive a powered vehicle and operate hoist equipment moving heaving beams. 40% of day
Other: Must have ability to prioritize job functions to maximize production. 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 Warp Services Senior Operator typically works on a rotating 8‑hour shift.
1st Shift: 8 AM - 4 PM
2nd Shift: 4 PM - 12 AM (Midnight)
3rd Shift: 12 AM (Midnight) - 8 AM
PAY CLASSIFICATION Senior Operator
EEO STATEMENTS Milliken & Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
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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POSITION TITLE / LOCATION Kingsley Plant Warp Services Senior Operator
POSITION REPORTS TO: Production Manager or PI over Warp Services
POSITION OVERVIEW The Warp Services Team supports the weaving department by hauling warps, tying warps, and hanging new patterns. The team also works to repair or eliminate warp yarn quality issues. The Warp Services Associate works closely with the team to ensure weave machine downtime is held to a minimum. The Warp Services Senior Operator typically works on a rotating 8‑hour shift.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Hang Patterns
Tie In New Warps
Haul warps to and from weaving department
Lease warps
Pull over warps
Clean Out Machines
Maintain equipment
Anything else as instructed by management
JOB SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Able to stand and work for up to 8 hours
Must be able to move around job for entire shift
Able to tie knots and draw ends to IE target times
Able to safely operate powered warp trucks and tuggers
Able to rotate with shift schedule
SKILLS - REQUIRED
Ability to read and write and follow directions
Good communication skills
Basic math skills
MACHINES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Airjet weave machine (all types)
Powered Warp Truck. Tugger, Overhead Hoist
19mm box end wrench, 5/16 allen wrench, yarn comb, tie end machine, lease rods, clamps, frame
Reed hook, leno hook, scissors, pouch, flashlight
Draw graph, tickets, forms, hot knife, heat and cut resistant glove
Yarn, both dyed and greige fabric, Warps, and beams
PC Computer/BARCO/printer
Steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, LOTO equipment/goggles
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION
Standing: Must have the ability to stand up to 8 hours/day replacing beams and patterns on the weaving machine. 90% of day
Sitting: Ability to sit down for hour long communications meeting. 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. 90% of day
Climbing: Must be able to mount tuggers and warp trucks to transport warps and patterns. Require a step up of ten inches to the tugger bed. Ability to step up and down off warp trucks and weaving platforms which are 10" and 5" off the ground. 40% of day
Lifting: Must be able to lift supplies which may weigh up to 36 lbs. 20% of day
Reaching: Must be able to reach 48" to grasp ends which require smashing and to draw them through the heddles drop wires and reed. Up to 45% of day
Pushing / Pulling: Must have the ability to push against warp beams to move them onto and off transports which weigh up to 2100 pounds. 10% of day
Visual Acuity: Ability to read and understand tickets, lot cards, computer screen or any written instructions. Ability to detect mixed yarn. Ability to identify what is running, and properly match tickets. Ability to spot defects in yarn, draw ends correctly, read draw graphs. 40% of day
Bending / Stooping: Must be able to bend and stoop to use pull over devices and to remove waste from replaced beam. 10% 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, wear approved ear protection and Steel toe safety shoes. 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
Powered Vehicle and Equipment Operator: Must have the ability to safely drive a powered vehicle and operate hoist equipment moving heaving beams. 40% of day
Other: Must have ability to prioritize job functions to maximize production. 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 Warp Services Senior Operator typically works on a rotating 8‑hour shift.
1st Shift: 8 AM - 4 PM
2nd Shift: 4 PM - 12 AM (Midnight)
3rd Shift: 12 AM (Midnight) - 8 AM
PAY CLASSIFICATION Senior Operator
EEO STATEMENTS Milliken & Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
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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