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The Warper is responsible for operating warping equipment to prepare yarn beams for weaving, ensuring correct yarn tension, accurate threading, quality standards, and safe machine operation. Responsibilities include operating warping machines, setting up machines, monitoring machine operation, inspecting yarn and beams for defects, recording production data, performing adjustments, and maintaining a clean work area.

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THIS IS A ROTATING SHIFT OF DAYS AND NIGHTS
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Warper is responsible for operating warping equipment to prepare yarn beams for weaving. This role ensures correct yarn tension, accurate threading, quality standards, and safe machine operation. The associate monitors the warping process, performs routine adjustments, and maintains documentation in alignment with Milliken production, quality, and safety expectations.
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<li>Operate warping machines to wind multiple yarn ends onto beams according to production specifications.</li>
<li>Set up machines, including creeling yarn packages, threading ends, tying knots, and verifying yarn paths.</li>
<li>Monitor machine operation for correct tension, alignment, and uniformity throughout the warping process.</li>
<li>Inspect yarn and beams for defects, breaks, contamination, or quality issues; correct issues promptly.</li>
<li>Record production data, downtime, and quality checks accurately in plant systems.</li>
<li>Perform adjustments to maintain quality (tension, speed, yarn alignment, tie‑in accuracy).</li>
<li>Replace empty yarn packages and ensure the creel remains stocked and organized.</li>
<li>Communicate machine malfunctions or material issues to supervisors and maintenance.</li>
<li>Follow all Milliken safety policies and lockout/tagout procedures when needed.</li>
<li>Maintain a clean and organized work area, including removing waste yarn and cleaning creel areas.</li>
<li>Assist with beam loading/unloading, transporting beams, and staging materials as required.</li>
<li>Participate in continuous improvement, 5S activities, and training initiatives.</li>
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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<li>High school diploma or equivalent preferred.</li>
<li>Ability to work a rotating shift of days and nights.</li>
<li>Manufacturing or textile experience preferred but not required.</li>
<li>Ability to read production instructions, quality specifications, and safety documents.</li>
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
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<li>Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to learn machine operation.</li>
<li>Strong attention to detail and ability to detect quality issues.</li>
<li>Ability to follow instructions, production schedules, and safety processes.</li>
<li>Good communication and teamwork skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.</li>
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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<li>Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 12‑hour shifts).</li>
<li>Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and use hands for threading, tying, and handling yarn.</li>
<li>Ability to push, pull, or maneuver beams and material carts (up to X lbs with assistance if needed).</li>
<li>Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally (yarn packages, tools, etc.).</li>
<li>Ability to visually inspect yarn and beams for quality.</li>
<li>Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with noise, moving machinery, and varying temperatures.</li>
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WORK ENVIORNMENT
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<li>Exposure to moving equipment, fibers, noise, and standard manufacturing conditions.</li>
<li>Required use of PPE such as safety glasses, wearing of safety shoes, hearing protection, and cut‑resistant gloves when applicable.</li>
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OTHER DUTIES
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<li>This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of duties. Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs.</li>
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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<li>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Milliken will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws for employment.</li>
<li>For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please call the HR Dept at 706-663-3210</li>
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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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United States

Manufacturing or textile experience preferred

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Ability to work a rotating shift of days and nights

Ability to read production instructions, quality specifications, and safety documents

Warping equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Manufacturing experience

Textile experience

Pine Mountain-Senior Machine Operator- Warper




We are looking to hire a Warper to work the 2nd shift in the Burlington, NC, area.
Shift: 2nd, 3pm-11pm
Location: Burlington, NC
Pay Rate: $15-$18/hour DOE
Responsibilities:Operates, based on work orders and specifications, all equipment related to the warping processLoading Creels, Warper Setup,...

Operate all equipment related to the warping process based on work orders and specifications. Responsibilities include loading creels, setting up the warper and beam, running yarn to the warper machine, performing preventive maintenance, and maintaining a safe and clean work area.

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We are looking to hire a Warper to work the 2nd shift in the Burlington, NC, area.
Shift: 2nd, 3pm-11pm
Location: Burlington, NC
Pay Rate: $15-$18/hour DOE
Responsibilities:<ul><li>Operates, based on work orders and specifications, all equipment related to the warping process</li><li>Loading Creels, Warper Setup, &amp; Beam Setup </li><li>Hang rolls of yarn on the racks</li><li>Run each strand of yarn to the warper machine</li><li>Set the warper, keeping a close eye on the yarn being spun to ensure of no issues</li><li>Reload yarn</li><li>Help maintain warp room in full production when others are out sick or on vacation</li><li>Complete variety of calculations to determine required input and output of materials</li><li>Perform required preventive maintenance tasks as needed </li><li>Raise and contribute to resolution of quality issues</li><li>Maintain a safe and orderly work area at all times</li><li>Keep all equipment and work areas clean and well maintained</li><li>Work in a manner that promotes a safe environment and deal with unsafe issues immediately</li><li>Other duties as assigned, including cross training within the department and other areas of the plant</li></ul>
Requirements:<ul><li>Interview &amp; Resume</li><li>High Attention to Detail</li><li>Dependable, effective team player willing to cross train and take on new duties</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and safety</li><li>Must commit to the assigned work schedule and work overtime as required</li><li>Moving, bending, pushing and lifting capability up to 60lbs</li><li>Must adhere to safety requirements including the use of personal protective equipment</li></ul>
Interested?
Call: 919-813-2896
Email: <a data-aid="mte_link_editor_link" href="mailto:jobs@pflservices.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">jobs@pflservices.com</a>
Apply on our website: <a data-aid="mte_link_editor_link" href="http://www.pflservices.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.pflservices.com</a>
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Burlington

Experience in a manufacturing environment

High Attention to Detail

Dependable, effective team player willing to cross train and take on new duties

Must commit to the assigned work schedule and work overtime as required

Must adhere to safety requirements including the use of personal protective equipment

Warping process operation

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Physical capability to lift up to 60lbs

Warper Operator

Summary of primary duties and responsibilities:

Responsible for the maintenance and operation of a creeling machine that weaves textiles. Your role is to load spools of yarn (up to 16 lbs) and thread the yarn through the machine. The threading is complex but the final product is beautiful!

Run the...

Responsible for the maintenance and operation of a creeling machine that weaves textiles. Load spools of yarn and thread the yarn through the machine. Run the warper at predetermined speed, repair broken yarn ends, measure warps, and record production into daily reports. Follow standard safety and housekeeping practices.

Summary of primary duties and responsibilities:

Responsible for the maintenance and operation of a creeling machine that weaves textiles. Your role is to load spools of yarn (up to 16 lbs) and thread the yarn through the machine. The threading is complex but the final product is beautiful!

Run the warper at predetermined speed, repair broken yarn ends, remove broken filaments as necessary. Measure warps with circumference tape, wraps full beams with protective paper and secures beam (final product). Fill out beam ticket, record production into daily production reports. Help replace new or different packages of yarn when the machine is being changed over for a new weave. Follow standard safety and housekeeping practices.

You will learn a specialized skill and this position is a great stepping stone for your career with Darlington Fabrics! Ample training will be provided. Safe and Clean work environment. Generous benefits. Friendly and helpful workforce. Progressive rate increases throughout your training.

Work schedule:

2nd shift –3:00 PM to 11:00 PM (Shift premium of $0.75)
3rd shift –11:00 PM to 7:00 AM (Shift premium of $1.20)

Overtime on weekends is available

Qualifications/Requirements:

Must be able to read, write and understand written directions.
Able to perform simple arithmetic and basic calculations.
Able to work independently, and be self-directed.
Must be able to tie small transfer knots, requiring finger dexterity.
Will be asked to provide clear and specific feedback on both yarn and machine performance.
Continuous standing, bending, stretching to feed yarn into the machine and to repair yarn problems.
Load moderately heavy packages (up to 16 lbs.), some to positions overhead.
Move and climb portable ladders to reach top positions in creel.
Vision must be correctable to 20/20 or better.

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