Junior Textile Technician

Applied Research Associates • Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

The Prototyping Manufacturing and Integration Division (PMID) of Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Junior Textile Tech on-site at our Huntsville, AL location. Junior Textile Technician, under direct supervision, will be able to fabricate, build, assemble and reinforce parts of various material products based on customer specifications. Jr. Textile Tech will operate industrial sewing machinery and perform fabric welding application processes and techniques. Must have a general working knowledge of industrial sewing and technical abilities as the position requires working on multiple product tasks within a Research & Development (R&D) manufacturing team setting. A Junior Textile Tech. will provide support to other textile technicians in order to deliver quality products to customer.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance from the US Department of Defense.
• General knowledge and understanding of sewing and/or fabric welding machinery and utilizing measurement tools.
• Capability of machine setups, sewing and fabric welding processes and techniques under direct supervision.
• Familiarity with reading blueprints, schematics and/or sketches, interpret technical specifications, and work orders.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs individually, 50lbs or more with assistance.
• Ability to work in an environment requiring physical activities such as sitting, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, grasping, bending, climbing, and stooping.

Nice To Haves

• Active / Current SECRET clearance from the US Department of Defense.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, build, assemble and reinforce parts of various material products based on customer specifications.
• Operate industrial sewing machinery and perform fabric welding application processes and techniques.
• Support other textile technicians to deliver quality products.
• Inspect the quality of the products during production and make repairs to textiles.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Collaborate in a team setting and take directions.
• Record production data, report issues, and escalate problems as needed.
• Adhere to safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment.
• Continuously improve skills and knowledge related to fabric welding and sewing techniques.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits that address employees' needs now and in the future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees