Laboratory Technician, Rapid Prototype Center

Davita Inc.; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the textile manufacturing sector is seeking a Laboratory Technician for its Rapid Prototype Center. The role involves supporting fabric formation and yarn production, troubleshooting equipment, and working in a collaborative team environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience, with opportunities to cross-train across multiple technologies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with relevant work experience or technical degree preferred.
• Computer skills related to data entry and tracking (Excel, Word, SAP).
• Highly motivated, self-driven, and able to operate basic tools.

Responsibilities

• Running prototype lab equipment including weaving and knitting machines.
• Performing machine and accessories maintenance.
• Troubleshooting and repairing machine mechanical breakdowns.

Skills

Problem solving

Mechanical skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Technical degree in electromechanical or maintenance

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.