Laboratory Technician, Rapid Prototype Center

Milliken & Company; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Milliken & Company seeks a Laboratory Technician for the Rapid Prototype Center in Spartanburg, SC. This role involves supporting fabric formation and yarn production, operating lab equipment, and providing technical advice. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and relevant experience, along with strong mechanical and problem-solving skills. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for cross-training.

Qualifications

• Relevant work experience preferred in electromechanical or maintenance.
• Computer skills for data entry and tracking.
• Ability to operate basic tools during an 8-hour day.

Responsibilities

• Running prototype lab equipment including weaving, knitting, yarn, sliver, and warping machines.
• Perform precision maintenance and troubleshoot machine breakdowns.
• Document process parameters and participate in safety programs.

Skills

Problem Solving

Mechanical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High school diploma or technical degree

Tools

Excel

Word

SAP

Job description

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leaderwhose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. Fromindustry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products thatenhance 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, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Job Title:

Laboratory Technician, Rapid Prototype Center

Overview

Milliken’s operates in a wide variety of markets including uniform apparel, napery, interior fabrics, active wear apparel, reinforcing fabrics, military fabrics, and airbags. We provide a variety of innovative, custom-engineered materials solutions for each of these markets. We strive to be the leader in creating high value added, differentiated solutions to solve critical challenges within targeted market segments.

Rapid Prototype Center

The Milliken Rapid Prototype Center is a full-service manufacturing facility producing innovative fabrics on a prototype scale for current, newly identified, or prospective markets.

Job Summary

The Prototype Laboratory Technician will report to the Research Manager and will support all aspects of fabric formation and yarn production, including troubleshooting and maintenance. The Prototype Laboratory Technician will work in a team environment and will offer technical advice to development and research engineers. Highly motivated applicants will have the opportunity to cross-train in multiple technologies with the ability to expand into textile finishing. The position is for first shift/40 hours per week with a flexible work schedule Monday-Friday.

Key Responsibilities of the Laboratory Technician will include :

• Running prototype lab equipment including weaving, knitting, yarn, sliver, and warping machines.
• Perform machine and accessories maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and repair machine mechanical breakdowns.
• Document process parameters.
• Participate in location Safety Program.

Qualifications-Required:

• High school diploma with relevant work experience or technical degree, preferably in electromechanical or maintenance.
• Computer skills related to data entry and tracking (Excel, Word, SAP, etc.).
• Highly motivated, self-driven, and open-minded individual who is capable of accomplishing tasks and projects in a limited supervision environment.
• Able to move around to multiple job stations and operate basic tools as needed during an 8-hour day.
• Excellent problem solving, mechanical, math, and communication skills.

Highly qualified candidates will have the following additional attributes:

• Experience with yarn and/or fabric formation
• Experience with textiles
• Fabrication experience

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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.