What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Technician (Mechanical experience required) position at Gildan Activewear Inc?
Who we are:
Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, Hanes®, Comfort Colors®, American Apparel®, ALLPRO™, GOLDTOE®, Peds®, Bali®, Playtex®, Maidenform®, Bonds®, as well as Champion® which is under an exclusive licensing agreement for the printwear channel in the U.S. and Canada. Together with our global team of dedicated employees, Gildan is united in its vision of Making Apparel Better®. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com.
The opportunity:
The primary function of the Spinning Technician is to make sure the spin frames run effectively and efficiently.
- Check air frame suction.
- Blow out piecers, doffers, shuttles, starter stations, tube/cone elevators.
- Check Sliver monitors.
- Check and maintain piecer station.
- Repair positions flagged by Quality Control or the spinner.
- Change tugger batteries.
- Operate lift tugger.
- Change out defective poor drive motors.
- Maintain and clean casters on the sliver trailers/carts.
- Ability to lift and install motors.
- Push and pull cart around.
- Climb ladder for repairs.
- Ability to drive lift trucks.
- Now Offering WEEKLY Pay!
- Stable and supportive work environment
- This opportunity is based in our Yarns Division
The requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Associate degree in Machines/PLC’s preferred or equivalent job experience (1-2 years) in a cotton industry.
- Ability to walk/be on feet for 12-hour shifts
- Good Reliability and willingness to learn
- Ability to work in a cotton dust environment
- Join a leader in apparel manufacturing with strong safety and environmental standards
- Be part of a diverse workplace with fun workplace activities
- Benefit from continuous training opportunities
- Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages
We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Find your fit with us:
We are committed to ensuring that everyone, across every background and identity, feels respected, supported, and able to thrive. Come as you are and #FindYourFit at Gildan. Tailor the future of your own career.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off