Management Trainee

Unifi Manufacturing Inc.; Yadkinville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous vacation & paid holidays

Flexible work options

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

And more

Job summary

Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a Management Trainee for our Yadkinville, NC facility starting May 2027.

The role focuses on gaining comprehensive knowledge of plant processes in textile production, including extrusion and quality assurance, while supporting operations and engineering improvements. You will analyze production data, implement process improvements, and help transition new product developments into scalable commercial processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physical science; mechanical/chemical/textile focus preferred.
• Recent graduate or expected May 2027 graduate; no manufacturing experience required (internship/co-op ok).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of processes, equipment, and systems related to filament fiber production.
• Provide technical solutions for performance, cost, or quality improvements using experimental design and process improvement methods.
• Monitor product performance metrics and ensure process capabilities are met; advise on out-of-control conditions.
• Support Manufacturing and Quality Assurance groups and assist downstream processes; resolve technical issues.
• Maintain relationships with production and technical staff and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Translate new product developments into commercial processes for textile applications.

Skills

Analytics

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Time Management

Communication Skills

Safety Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physical science

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Unifi Manufacturing is hiring a Management Trainee to join our Yadkinville, NC team in May 2027.

The Management Trainee is responsible for becoming knowledgeable of all plant processes, including textile manufacturing operations, maintenance, quality, continuous improvement, and engineering. The focus will be on providing support at the plant level in the improvement and expansion of existing products, processes, and technology. The Management Trainee will primarily work in the POY Spinning Extrusion facility.

How Will You Play an Integral Role?

• Develop an intimate knowledge of processes, equipment and systems related to filament fiber production.
• Provide technical solutions for performance, cost, or quality improvement of existing product processes, both internally and at our customers’ facilities, using methodical experimental design and process improvement methods.
• Monitor product performance metrics and ensure process capabilities are met with each production run; respond with technical guidance on any out-of-control condition.
• Provide support internally for the Manufacturing and Quality Assurance groups, as well as for downstream processes. Use expertise to explore and resolve technical issues.
• Maintain relationships with production and technical staff, providing guidance and gaining awareness of problems or opportunities for improvement.
• Transition new product developments into commercial processes that provide innovative solutions for customers in the textile industry.

What Is Essential for Success?

• Analytics: Statistical analysis skills along with strong analytical thinking skills
• Problem Solving: Analyze production data and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and safety
• Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while embracing change and learning new processes
• Time Management: Self driven with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Communication Skills: Work effectively with diverse teams across the organization
• Safety Mindset: Demonstrate a commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and operational excellence

Are You Qualified?

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physical science degree, with a particular interest in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, textile engineering, textile technology, polymer and color chemistry, or general chemistry, is preferred. Comparable and extensive experience in textile production, product development, dyes and chemicals, filament fiber production will be considered.
• Recent graduate or soon to be graduate as of May 2027 -no prior manufacturing experience is required, but a previous manufacturing internship or co-op is a plus
• Microsoft Office experience, including strong proficiency in Excel

Have we mentioned our impressive benefits?

• Competitive compensation
• Generous vacation& paid holidays
• Flexible work options
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• & more!

About Us

Become part of the UNIFI® team and help change the world. UNIFI is at the forefront of textile manufacturing innovation and fiber science. We are the people behind REPREVE®, the world’s leading brand of recycled fiber. We help major fashion, sports, homeware, and automotive brands make cutting-edge sustainable products. Learn more about what makes Unifi special and how you can start making a difference today.

Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.No immigration sponsorship is available for this role.

Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are subject to a criminal background check, work history review, and drug screening.

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