Kevin Killeen
About Kevin Killeen
Kevin Killeen is a loom technician at Milliken & Company in Bury, where he has worked since 2017. With 22 years of experience in the weaving industry, he has expertise in maintaining and repairing various types of looms.
Work at Milliken & Company
Kevin Killeen has been employed as a loom technician at Milliken & Company since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for operating and maintaining various types of looms, contributing to the production process in the textile industry. His position at Milliken is based in Bury, where he has accumulated seven years of experience in this capacity.
Previous Experience at Herbert Parkinson Limited
Prior to his current role, Kevin Killeen worked at Herbert Parkinson Limited for 19 years, from 1998 to 2017. He served as a functional expert and shift leader, where he developed a comprehensive understanding of the weaving process and led teams in operational tasks. His long tenure at Herbert Parkinson Limited provided him with significant experience in the textile manufacturing sector.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Killeen studied at Blackburn College, where he achieved a distinction in NVQ Level 1 in motor vehicle studies from 1990 to 1991. He also attended Blackburn College Night School, obtaining an NVQ Level 2 in bricklaying from 2000 to 2002. Additionally, he earned a diploma in business improvement techniques (NVQ Level 2) in 2012. His expertise includes maintaining and repairing Dornier, Sulzer rapier, and Tsudokoma waterjet looms, along with skills in winding, warping, weaving, knotting, and serving as an overlooker and shift leader.
Background and Early Education
Kevin Killeen completed his early education at St. Bede's Blackburn from 1985 to 1990. This foundational education set the stage for his later vocational training and career in the weaving industry. His diverse educational background has contributed to his extensive knowledge and skills in textile manufacturing.
Industry Experience
With 22 years of experience in the weaving industry, Kevin Killeen has developed a strong skill set that encompasses various aspects of textile production. His roles have included winding, warping, weaving, and knotting, along with leadership responsibilities as an overlooker and shift leader. This extensive experience has positioned him as a knowledgeable professional in the field.