08/14/2026
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Knit Machine Operator is responsible for all aspects of operating knit machines. Tasks include cleaning, creeling, doffing, quality inspections, and minor machine repairs in order to start a machine.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Regular and predictable attendance
· Assist in troubleshooting and repair of machines in production as needed
· Run efficiently on desired sets
· Run quality material within given specs provided
· Ability to work and communicate with other associates, techs, and maintenance
· Creel machine
· Doff machine when desired length is met
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· High School Diploma or GED
· Work well with team members
· Previous Experience Knitting or Weaving
SKILL REQUIREMENTS
· Strong analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems
· Must be able to read and understand knit specification sheets.
· Able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
· Able to work well with various groups of people such as vendors, customers, Milliken associates whether individually or in a team environment
· Able to work well and communicate with production associates in order to assist with repairs and troubleshooting
· Able to lift and move objects of up to 50 pounds
AUTHORIZED TRAINING TIME
· 3 months
MACHINES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
· Scissors
· Knit machine
· Pallet-jack
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT USED:
· Ear plugs
· Safety Glasses
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FREQUENCY, AMOUNT, OR DESCRIPTION
1. Standing: Ability to stand while working >95% of day
2. Sitting: Ability to sit down 95% of day
4. Lifting: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. 25% of day
6. Push/Pull/Reach: Ability to push/pull fabric rolls, Boxes (approx.
50-150 lbs.) 15% of day
7. Bending: Ability to pick up objects from the floor 25% of day
8. Visual Acuity: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties,
including reading information from printed sources and
computer screens and identifying defects in fabric. 100% of day
9. Cognitive: Alert. Able to make decisions, reason, and understand
information.
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.
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.
1st and 3rd shift
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.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Work Location: In person
