Manufacturing Technician - Grapevine, TX

Albany International Corp.; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany International Corp. in Grapevine, Texas, is seeking a Manufacturing Technician focused on 3D weaving loom operations to support aerospace-grade preforms.

The role involves setup, operation, and monitoring of looms, handling carbon fiber and other fibers, and ensuring quality through in-process checks and precise tooling adjustments. Training may be required; permanent positions with day shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or certification in manufacturing is a plus.
• 1-3 years of experience operating CNC machinery, textile looms, or composite manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering blueprints and production work orders.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated and semi-automated 3D weaving looms to produce composite preforms according to engineering specifications.
• Load and thread technical yarns (carbon fiber, fiberglass, aramid) through creels, guides, and jacquard harnesses, ensuring proper tension and alignment.
• Monitor the weaving process to detect and resolve defects such as broken ends, mispicks, or tension inconsistencies.
• Perform basic machine setup, including pattern changes and tooling adjustments.
• Conduct in-process quality inspections using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers) to verify preform thickness, width, and architecture.
• Maintain accurate production logs, traceability records, and shift handover reports.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or manufacturing cert

Job description

Manufacturing Technician

#80007271

Grapevine, Texas, United States

Job Description

*Permanent position will be located in Dallas, TX; training may be required in Rochester, NH

3D Weaving Loom Operator

Position Summary

The Loom Operator is responsible for the setup, operation, and monitoring of industrial 3D weaving machinery. This role ensures that continuous production runs meet strict aerospace and industrial quality standards while minimizing material waste and machine downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate automated and semi-automated 3D weaving looms to produce composite preforms according to engineering specifications.
• Load and thread technical yarns (carbon fiber, fiberglass, aramid) through creels, guides, and jacquard harnesses, ensuring proper tension and alignment.
• Monitor the weaving process continuously to detect and resolve defects such as broken ends, mispicks, or tension inconsistencies.
• Perform basic machine setup, including pattern changes and tooling adjustments.
• Conduct in-process quality inspections using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers) to verify preform thickness, width, and architecture.
• Maintain accurate production logs, traceability records, and shift handover reports.

Shift

Day

Experience/Education/Skills

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or certification in manufacturing is a plus.
• 1-3 years of experience operating CNC machinery, textile looms, or composite manufacturing equipment.
• High manual dexterity and strong attention to detail for handling delicate technical fibers.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering blueprints and production work orders.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts and stand for extended periods.

Location Address

801 Industrial Blvd, Grapevine, Texas 76051, United States

Travel

Negligible