Fabric Development Manager

BGF Industries•Altavista, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

BGF Industries is seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Fabric Development Manager to lead the development, enhancement, and optimization of innovative woven and engineered fabrics used in demanding industrial and specialty applications. This role involves cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing, operations, sales, engineering, and customers to bring new textile solutions to life.

Requirements

Degree in Textile Technology, Textile Engineering, or related field preferred
Equivalent textile manufacturing and product development experience considered
Strong knowledge of weaving, yarn development, fabric construction, and textile processes
Experience with textile product development and manufacturing systems
Experience with ERP and development systems such as M3, AS400, Barco, or similar platforms
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
10+ years of textile manufacturing or fabric development experience preferred

Responsibilities

Design and develop fabrics to meet customer and product performance requirements
Develop yarn constructions and specifications to support fabric performance objectives
Coordinate prototype development, sample trials, and pre-production activities
Collaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize product performance and manufacturability
Enhance and improve existing textile products through innovation and technical expertise
Maintain accurate fabric, yarn, and product development records and databases
Provide guidance and training related to fabric formation and weaving technologies
Manage and maintain master data across M3, AS400, Barco, Excel, and related systems
Support customer development initiatives and technical problem-solving activities
Work closely with operations, marketing, engineering, and sales teams on development projects