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Knitting Associate

Full-time
Posted 5 months ago
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Reading, Pennsylvania, United States

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  • Has technical knowledge of knitting and mechanics
  • Ability to review and log manuals, samples, specifications
  • Basic mathematical skills

What you will do

  • Work directly with Knitting Operations Manager and Knitting Lead to maintain deadlines for production and development
  • Support the knitting team with machine set-up: cylinder changes, needle setup, yarn racking, knit downs
  • Run and monitor fabric production; partner with Knitting Lead to maintain quality, and to troubleshoot and correct any defects
  • Mill Maintenance: keep workspace clear of fiber and dust, clean the machines as needed
  • Collaborate with knitting team in running fabric tests and building fabric spec sheets
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  • Oversee Inbound and Outbound shipments, including yarn, fabric, and parts.
  • Partner with Knitting Operations Manager on prepping and fulfilling orders: palletize rolls, create labels, assist with loading
  • Monitor and track inventory of yarn and machine parts/supplies

What they are looking for

  • Has technical knowledge of yarn fibers, knit structures, and finished fabrics
  • Understands how to operate knitting machines and troubleshoot (fixing press offs, jams, re-needling, and re-camming, etc.)
  • Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and ability in repairing and maintaining machines
  • Good interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Employer description

Responsibilities:

  • Work directly with Knitting Operations Manager and Knitting Lead to maintain deadlines for production and development
  • Support the knitting team with machine set-up: cylinder changes, needle setup, yarn racking, knit downs
  • Run and monitor fabric production; partner with Knitting Lead to maintain quality, and to troubleshoot and correct any defects
  • Mill Maintenance: keep workspace clear of fiber and dust, clean the machines as needed
  • Collaborate with knitting team in running fabric tests and building fabric spec sheets
  • Oversee Inbound and Outbound shipments, including yarn, fabric, and parts.
  • Partner with Knitting Operations Manager on prepping and fulfilling orders: palletize rolls, create labels, assist with loading
  • Monitor and track inventory of yarn and machine parts/supplies

Job knowledge, skills, and abilities:

  • Has technical knowledge of yarn fibers, knit structures, and finished fabrics
  • Has technical knowledge of knitting and mechanics
  • Understands how to operate knitting machines and troubleshoot (fixing press offs, jams, re-needling, and re-camming, etc.)
  • Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and ability in repairing and maintaining machines
  • Ability to review and log manuals, samples, specifications
  • Good interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Basic mathematical skills
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