Dye Lab Technician (Fabric Formation Lab)

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• At least five years’ experience in the area of expertise required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Walking, stooping, kneeling, bending, and overhead reaching required.
• Must be able to climb and crawl around machinery. 
• Exposure to typical elements associated with a textile manufacturing and lab environment.   

• Relevant associate degree from a regionally accredited institution preferred.

 

 

SUMMARY

 

Open until filled-

This is a technical position responsible for the management, maintenance, and operation of textile production machinery in the dyeing and finishing laboratory.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Direct or perform product development, sample production, and testing services in various areas of the Textile Technology Center.
• Schedule lab personnel to facilitate the process of completing customer projects.
• Schedule, initiate, and complete customer projects. 
• Establish and maintain a cost system based on time, materials, equipment, and staffing.
• Train and supervise technicians as needed.
• Accept responsibility for managing situations and problems.
• Order supplies.
• Prepare travel requests, leave requests, reimbursement requests, supply requisitions, and equipment requisitions for the Dyeing and Finishing Lab.
• Process samples for customers as required.
• Direct and demonstrate the operation of various pieces of dyeing and finishing equipment for visitors.
• Provide assistance to other staff.
• Assist staff in the evaluation and analysis of products.
• Maintain all assigned dyeing and finishing equipment; assist in ordering machinery parts and in setting up machinery.
• Provide technical expertise in the area of dyeing and finishing.
• Respond to customer questions and needs related to the dye lab area of expertise.
• Establish and maintain industry contacts.
• Stay current on latest trends and technology related to the position and responsibility.
• Manage the operation of the dye lab.
• Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Work a flexible schedule to accommodate customers.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Assist in various Center projects as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

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