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Steel Partners

3rd Shift Cloth Doffer

Anderson, SC · On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

While working safely, the Doffer's main responsibility is doffing rolls of fabric in a manner to prevent damage to fabric and assure proper roll up of fabric. The Doffer will follow all standard ...

JPS Composite Materials

3rd Shift Cloth Doffer

Anderson, SC · On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

While working safely, the Doffer's main responsibility is doffing rolls of fabric in a manner to prevent damage to fabric and assure proper roll up of fabric. The Doffer will follow all standard ...

Wm T Burnett

Doffer

Statesville, NC · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

The Doffer is responsible for removing finished rolls from the production line, packaging products to customer specifications, and supporting safe, efficient production. This position works closely ...

WT Burnett

Doffer

Statesville, NC · On-site

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

Job Type Full-time Description The Doffer is responsible for removing finished rolls from the production line, packaging products to customer specifications, and supporting safe, efficient production.

WT Burnett Nonwovens

Doffer

Statesville, NC

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Description The Doffer is responsible for removing finished rolls from the production line, packaging products to customer specifications, and supporting safe, efficient production. This position ...

Milliken

Doffer/Recycler

Pine Mountain, GA

Perform doffer audit of job status * Reprint doff ticket * Obtain Header for Lab * Pulling Barco Reports for Percent Loss Charts * Using Conveyor Belt * Jacquard Style Change/Doff Procedure

Milliken & Company

Doffer/Recycler

Pine Mountain, GA · On-site

Perform doffer audit of job status * Reprint doff ticket * Obtain Header for Lab * Pulling Barco Reports for Percent Loss Charts * Using Conveyor Belt * Jacquard Style Change/Doff Procedure

Milliken

Doffer/Recycler

Pine Mountain, GA · On-site

Perform doffer audit of job status * Reprint doff ticket * Obtain Header for Lab * Pulling Barco Reports for Percent Loss Charts * Using Conveyor Belt * Jacquard Style Change/Doff Procedure

FIVE STAR MANAGEMENT

Doffer Assistant (PFC)

Houston, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

The roll doffer will be responsible for removing rolls from the weaving machinery and replacing them with empty ones. Essentially doffing the finished rolls of fabric to maintain continuous ...

Bedford Weaving, Inc

Cloth Doffer

Bedford, VA

$15/hr

Company Description Nestled in the historic town of Bedford, Virginia, Bedford Weaving has been a staple in the community for many years. After starting as a silk weaving mill in the 1930s, Belding ...

Greenwood Mills

Spinner

Greenwood, SC

Patrol winder for indicator lights and stopped units, belts, doffer, and splicer * Place empty cones at winding * Perform required cleaning * Remove pnuemafil waste * Follow safety rules prescribed ...

Greenwood Mills, Inc

Spinner

Greenwood, SC · On-site

$13.50/hr

... doffer, and splicerPlace empty cones at winding Perform required cleaningRemove pnuemafil wasteFollow safety rules prescribed by plantMust be able to work safely around moving partsMust be able to ...

Olsten

Weaver 2nd

Cheraw, SC

$17.67/hr

Flag looms for doffer as needed * Inspect creel * Backwind yarn when needed * Check pick line and record readings * Perform doff at specified cut length * Load creel and draw-in to the loom * Keep ...

BGF Industries

Weave Svc Op 1 Doffer

Altavista, VA · On-site

$17.23/hr

BGF Industries in Altavista is hiring for multiple entry level full-time manufacturing positions! These positions will be for second (4pm - Midnight) and third shifts (Midnight - 8am) throughout ...

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How much do doffer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for doffer in the United States is $22.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a doffer?

Doffers are workers in textile mills who are responsible for removing full bobbins, spools, or packages of spun fiber from spinning machines and replacing them with empty ones. This process ensures that the machines can operate continuously without interruption. Doffers play a crucial role in maintaining the efficiency and productivity of textile manufacturing by minimizing downtime. Their duties may also include cleaning machinery and monitoring for any operational issues. The role is essential in both traditional and modern textile mills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a doffer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Doffer, you need good manual dexterity, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of textile machinery, with on-the-job training typically provided. Familiarity with operating and maintaining spinning frames, as well as adherence to workplace safety protocols, is essential. Reliability, teamwork, and the ability to stay focused during repetitive tasks are key soft skills in this role. These skills ensure efficient machine operation, minimize production downtime, and help maintain a safe and productive work environment.

What are some common challenges faced by doffers in a textile manufacturing environment?

Doffers in textile manufacturing often face challenges such as working in fast-paced settings where maintaining efficiency and safety is crucial. The role can involve repetitive tasks and physical demands, like lifting and moving heavy bobbins or spools, which require proper technique to avoid injury. Additionally, doffers must coordinate closely with machine operators and maintenance staff to minimize downtime and ensure smooth production flow. Adapting to shift work and being vigilant about machine operation are also key to success in this role.

What is the difference between Doffer vs Spinning Operator?

AspectDofferSpinning Operator
Primary RoleRemoves finished yarn packages from spinning framesOperates machinery to produce yarn, including setting up and monitoring spinning machines
Required SkillsKnowledge of yarn handling, basic machinery operationUnderstanding of spinning processes, machine maintenance
Work EnvironmentTextile mills, spinning unitsTextile mills, spinning departments
CertificationsUsually none required, on-the-job trainingOften requires technical training or certifications in textile machinery

While both Doffer and Spinning Operator work in textile mills, the Doffer focuses on removing finished yarn packages, whereas the Spinning Operator manages the spinning process itself. Understanding these roles helps clarify career paths and job expectations in the textile industry.

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Infographic showing various Doffer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 9% Contract, and 5% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $46,859 per year, or $22.5 per hour.

3rd Shift Cloth Doffer

Steel Partners

Anderson, SC • On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

While working safely, the Doffer's main responsibility is doffing rolls of fabric in a manner to prevent damage to fabric and assure proper roll up of fabric. The Doffer will follow all standard procedures while doffing cloth, maintain the doff staging area, verify roll identification, sort rolls of fabric according to the next step in processing. The Doffer will complete all paperwork and Barco entry necessary for the Doffer job. Doffers will plan and prioritize their job responsibilities. This job also includes housekeeping, cleaning and floor maintenance in the Doffer area.
Scope of Responsibilities:
  1. TPM all material handling equipment
  2. Authority to stop a loom when the quality of fabric is questionable
  3. Maintain housekeeping in all areas of responsibility

JPS Composite Materials (JPS, www.jpscm.com) is a wholly owned operating company within the Steel Partners Diversified Industrial Segment. JPS is a manufacturer of high-performance fabrics servicing the aerospace, military, commercial, and industrial markets.
The company's materials are found in a multitude of composite matrix applications including commercial aircraft interiors, radomes for commercial and military aircraft, ballistic applications for military vests and vehicles as well as electronic applications including automobile sensors and telecommunication antenna. JPS has over 60 years of experience in our markets and is the primary supplier of these products in North America.
The corporate headquarters are in Anderson, SC with manufacturing facilities located in North and South Carolina.
Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
  • Company provided life insurance and short-term disability
  • 401K with company match
  • Flex Spending Account / Health Savings Account
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Corporate Discount Program
  • Opportunities to thrive within the company
  • Quarterly Bonus opportunities
  • Referral and Retention Bonuses
  • Sports Sponsorship for youth athletic coaches

Job Specifications:
  1. 0-3 years manufacturing experience
  2. Good working knowledge of computers

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