Loom Maintenance Technician

Olsten Staffing is assisting a local client in Cheraw, South Carolina to find an experienced and eager Loom Maintenance Technicianto join their growing team!

The Loom Maintenance Technician is responsible for repairing mechanical malfunctions on flagged looms, starting new creels, and performing scheduled preventive maintenance. The role ensures safe, efficient, and continuous operation of weaving equipment while maintaining plant safety and housekeeping standards.

Primary Functions

Repair mechanical malfunctions on flagged looms

Start up new creels

Perform scheduled preventive maintenanceEssential Job Responsibilities

Repair looms as flagged by Machine Operator.

Patrol looms to detect mechanical or operational problems.

Perform preventive maintenance according to schedule.

Perform weaver duties when required.

Conduct rapier head inspections.

Check and replace rapier cutters as needed.

Enter repair and setup data into LDMS and Barco systems.

Maintain general housekeeping in assigned area.

Observe all plant and company safety rules, including lockout/tagout procedures.

Operate forklift.

Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Plant Manager, Technical Coordinator, or Process Engineer.Authorized Training Period

24 WeeksPhysical Requirements:

Frequent standing during the shift, primarily on concrete flooring.

Occasional sitting as needed when performing lower-level maintenance tasks.

Regular movement throughout the assigned loom area to inspect equipment and respond to mechanical issues.

Occasional use of a step ladder to access upper machine components.

May lift and/or move parts and materials; team lifting or mechanical assistance required for heavier components.

Occasional pushing or pulling of tool carts and equipment.

Frequent reaching in various directions to access machine components.

Occasional bending, stooping, or squatting to service equipment.

Visual ability sufficient to inspect machinery, read gauges, and enter data.

Ability to communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment.Environmental & Safety Requirements

Frequent contact with carbon, fly, binder, size, oils, greases, solvents

Required use of PPE (eye protection, gloves, protective clothing) as necessary

Annual audiogram (per company policy)

Hearing protection required in posted plant areas

Strict adherence to all plant safety rules, including lockout/tagout proceduresMandatory Qualifications

High School Diploma (per company policy) or GED

Previously qualified as a Machine Operator

Valid driver's license

Must be able to work any shift

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pay Details: $19.57 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.