Milliken & Company
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Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers ... childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual ...

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers ... childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual ...

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers ... childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual ...

DMS QC Technician 1st Shift

Lagrange, GA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers ... childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual ...

Customer Service Coordinator

Lagrange, GA · Hybrid

$16.25 - $21/hr

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers ... childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual ...

Opening Carding Technician

Mayodan, NC

$42K - $56K/yr

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers ... Milliken is widely acknowledged as an international leader in research technology, innovation, and ...

Opening Carding Technician

Mayodan, NC · On-site

$42K - $56K/yr

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers ... Milliken is widely acknowledged as an international leader in research technology, innovation, and ...

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Milliken & Company Jobs Information

Do workers at Milliken & Company get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
100% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Does Milliken & Company pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
61% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

At Milliken & Company, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
39% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from Milliken & Company affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
86% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Milliken & Company?

Most people get paid time off work.
90% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 73% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 27% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and January 2026.

Do workers at Milliken & Company worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
69% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do Milliken & Company workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
48% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

How easy is it for Milliken & Company workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
67% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Milliken & Company?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
94% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do Milliken & Company managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
88% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do jobs at Milliken & Company spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
29% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Milliken & Company?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
79% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Is working at Milliken & Company good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
100% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at Milliken & Company feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
79% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Milliken & Company get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
34% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Milliken & Company?

Some people feel stressed here.
67% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Milliken & Company enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
76% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Milliken & Company recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
46% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Milliken & Company?

Most people got enough training when they started.
69% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Milliken & Company?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 42% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people think Milliken & Company’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
74% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Milliken & Company is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
38% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

What are the most popular job types at Milliken?

    Infographic showing various Medical Research job openings at Milliken in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

    R&D Lab Technician - Plastics Additives

    Milliken & Company

    Spartanburg, SC • On-site

    Full-time

    Posted 11 days ago


    Milliken & Company rating

    7.7

    Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

    Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

    14th of 62 rated fashion and textile manufacturers


    Job description

    Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people's lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken's curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
    POSITION TITLE
    R&D Lab Technician - Plastics Additives
    POSITION OVERVIEW
    This hourly position is part of Milliken's Plastics Additives business, supporting new product and applications development within the R&D organization. The role executes sample preparation, plastics processing, and analytical testing, and coordinates across R&D, analytical, regulatory, shipping, manufacturing, and commercial teams. The position is located at our corporate headquarters in Spartanburg, SC. Hours of work are typically Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, but may require work outside normal hours.
    JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized lab environment and participate fully in the Milliken lab safety process
    • Handle chemical additives safely; maintain accurate inventory records and shipping/regulatory compliance documents (SDS, COAs) within the digital lab management systems
    • Prepare and organize incoming samples of plastic resins and other additives for testing and trials.
    • Develop formulations and prototypes of plastic resins, additives, and colorants
    • Operate plastics processing equipment (single/twin-screw extruders, injection molders, blending/mixing, pressure filtration) and support processing trials from material staging through sample collection and troubleshooting
    • Conduct pigment/color evaluations (color spectrophotometers) and powder analyses (bulk density, particle size, flow properties)
    • Measure plastic material properties (physical, thermal, optical) and execute analytical testing by GC, FTIR, DSC, MFR, and related techniques
    • Execute non-standard tasks for exploratory R&D work and develop, validate, and transfer new test methods to the broader organization
    • Maintain detailed, accurate data records across digital lab notebooks and work management systems (TSRs), ensuring accuracy and traceability
    • Analyze data quantitatively and interpret results to draw sound technical conclusions
    • Communicate results through reports; provide proactive updates, flag risks, and keep stakeholders informed across concurrent projects
    • Collaborate with team members and coordinate across adjacent functions - Plastics Lab, Analytical, Regulatory, Shipping, Manufacturing, and Commercial - and cross-train with R&D peers to transfer knowledge and bridge role transitions

    QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
    • BS or MS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Material Science, or a related technical field - OR an Associate's degree/high school diploma with ~5 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree
    • Hands-on chemical/laboratory experience - safely handling and mixing chemicals, documenting experiments, and operating lab equipment
    • Proficiency in the scientific method, critical thinking, and problem solving, with strong math/formulation aptitude
    • Ability to follow SOPs and work independently as well as in a team, with strong organization and attention to detail while prioritizing multiple assignments
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Working knowledge of Copilot, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

    QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED
    • 2+ years hands-on lab experience in a polymer, plastics, or chemical environment; background in the plastics/polymer industry
    • Experience with plastics processing/testing equipment - twin-screw extruders, injection molding, single-screw extruders, dry-blending/compounding
    • Method development/validation and statistical analysis (DOE, JMP or Minitab)
    • Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems
    • LIMS or electronic lab notebook experience

    #LI-AP1
    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.
    To request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact TalentAcquisition@milliken.com.
    Apply now »

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